Rope and cordage exports from Tanzania: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania exported rope and cordage worth $22.7 million (11.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 27% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $33.2 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $22.7M | 11.9K t |
| 2023 | $31.2M | 15.9K t |
| 2022 | $32.0M | 14.4K t |
| 2021 | $33.2M | 18.1K t |
| 2020 | $13.6M | 8.5K t |
| 2019 | $21.6M | 13.2K t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 10.5K t |
| 2017 | $26.9M | 16.7K t |
Where Tanzania exports rope and cordage to
Most of it went to Nigeria (19%), Morocco (18%), Ghana (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+320% on the year before).
Product types under HS 5607
| 5607.29 | Sisal rope and cordage | 93% |
| 5607.21 | Sisal baler twine | 5.6% |
| 5607.50 | Synthetic rope and cordage (other) | 0.8% |
| 5607.90 | Natural rope and cordage | 0.7% |
| 5607.49 | Plastic rope and cordage | 0% |
| 5607.41 | Plastic baler twine | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5607.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.91 per kg, 52% below the world average of $3.94, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rope and cordage imports to Tanzania
Tanzania imported $10.3 million of rope and cordage in 2024 (5.7 thousand tonnes). China alone supplied 65% of it. Among the main suppliers, Uganda grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.6M | 65% |
| Uganda | $1.8M | 17% |
| India | $1.3M | 13% |
| United Arab Emirates | $128K | 1.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $91K | 0.9% |
| South Africa | $89K | 0.9% |
| South Sudan | $61K | 0.6% |
| Kenya | $45K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $34K | 0.3% |
| Australia | $27K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania rope and cordage exports (HS 5607): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 5607: Twine, cordage, ropes and cables, whether or not plaited or braided; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of rope and cordage exported by Tanzania?
Tanzania exported rope and cordage worth $22.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 184 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries buy rope and cordage from Tanzania?
Nigeria was the largest buyer with 19% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by Morocco (18%) and Ghana (15%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 42 buyer countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 320% on the year.
What is the average export price of rope and cordage per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.91 per kg in 2024, 52% below the world average of $3.94 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of rope and cordage from Tanzania changed since 2017?
Exports went from $26.9 million in 2017 to $22.7 million in 2024, a fall of 16%. The peak was 2021 at $33.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.1 million a year.
Does Tanzania also import rope and cordage?
Yes. Tanzania imported $10.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Uganda and India. On balance Tanzania is a net exporter of this product, by about $12.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for rope and cordage?
The HS code for rope and cordage is heading 5607. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 5607.29 (93% of the value) and 5607.21 (6%).
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