Sawn tropical wood (other species) exports from Tanzania: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania exported sawn tropical wood (other species) worth $20.6 million (29.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $39.0 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 | $20.6M | 29.1K t |
| 2023 | $20.3M | 17.8K t |
| 2022 | $39.0M | 40.1K t |
| 2021 | $21.9M | 26.5K t |
| 2020 | $19.0M | 19.8K t |
| 2019 | $22.8M | 31.1K t |
| 2018 | $19.4M | 18.0K t |
| 2017 | $23.0M | 25.9K t |
Where Tanzania exports sawn tropical wood (other species) to
India alone took 61% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $12.6M | 61% |
| China | $4.8M | 24% |
| France | $1.4M | 7% |
| Kenya | $579K | 2.8% |
| Germany | $306K | 1.5% |
| Japan | $259K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $167K | 0.8% |
| United States | $112K | 0.5% |
| Iraq | $60K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $40K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.71 per kg, 37% above the world average of $0.52. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sawn tropical wood (other species) imports to Tanzania
Imports of sawn tropical wood (other species) by Tanzania reached $387 thousand in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from DR Congo (47%), Mozambique (24%), Germany (17%). Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest (+226% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $180K | 47% |
| Mozambique | $93K | 24% |
| Germany | $66K | 17% |
| Zambia | $21K | 5.5% |
| Thailand | $18K | 4.7% |
| South Africa | $8K | 1.9% |
| India | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania sawn tropical wood (other species) exports (HS 4407.29): 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 4407.29: Wood, tropical, n.e.c. in item no. 4407.2, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm.
Common questions
What is the value of sawn tropical wood (other species) exported by Tanzania?
Tanzania exported sawn tropical wood (other species) worth $20.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 29.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 130 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy sawn tropical wood (other species) from Tanzania?
India was the largest buyer with 61% of the value ($12.6 million), followed by China (24%) and France (7%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 24 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 48% on the year.
What is the average export price of sawn tropical wood (other species) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.71 per kg in 2024, 37% above the world average of $0.52 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 tropical wood (other species) from Tanzania changed since 2017?
Exports went from $23.0 million in 2017 to $20.6 million in 2024, a fall of 10%. The peak was 2022 at $39.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.2 million a year.
Does Tanzania also import sawn tropical wood (other species)?
Yes. Tanzania imported $387 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the DR Congo, Mozambique and Germany. On balance Tanzania is a net exporter of this product, by about $20.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for sawn tropical wood (other species)?
The HS code for sawn tropical wood (other species) is subheading 4407.29. 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?
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