Sawn softwood boards (other) exports from Tanzania: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania exported sawn softwood boards (other) worth $3.2 million (11.1 thousand tonnes). That is 486% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 176% a year on average.
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 | $3.2M | 11.1K t |
| 2023 | $540K | 7.8K t |
| 2022 | $702K | 9.1K t |
| 2021 | $856K | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $783K | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $20K | 245 t |
| 2018 | $179K | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $3K | 45 t |
Where Tanzania exports sawn softwood boards (other) to
One buyer market dominates: Malawi accounted for 92% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest (+782% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.29 per kg, 42% below the world average of $0.50, 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.
Sawn softwood boards (other) imports to Tanzania
Tanzania imported $256 thousand of sawn softwood boards (other) in 2024 (463 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 99% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $254K | 99% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania sawn softwood boards (other) exports (HS 4407.19): 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 4407.19: Wood: coniferous species, other than of pine (Pinus spp.) or fir (Abies spp.) or spruce (Picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm.
Common questions
What is the value of sawn softwood boards (other) exported by Tanzania?
Tanzania exported sawn softwood boards (other) worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 118 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 486% on 2023.
Which countries buy sawn softwood boards (other) from Tanzania?
Malawi was the largest buyer with 92% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by Kenya (8%) and India (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 buyer countries in total. Malawi grew fastest among the top ten, up 782% on the year.
What is the average export price of sawn softwood boards (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.29 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $0.50 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of sawn softwood boards (other) from Tanzania changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3 thousand in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $781 thousand a year.
Does Tanzania also import sawn softwood boards (other)?
Yes. Tanzania imported $256 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Tanzania is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for sawn softwood boards (other)?
The HS code for sawn softwood boards (other) is subheading 4407.19. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Tanzania. Tell us your product to see it live.
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