Seamless stainless tube imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of seamless stainless tube by Tanzania reached $2.8 million in 2024 (770 tonnes). Value rose 395% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 57% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.8M | 770 t |
| 2023 | $561K | 313 t |
| 2022 | $292K | 112 t |
| 2021 | $247K | 70 t |
| 2020 | $808K | 120 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 119 t |
| 2018 | $195K | 25 t |
| 2017 | $119K | 103 t |
Where Tanzania imports seamless stainless tube from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 88% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+718% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 88% |
| South Korea | $82K | 3% |
| Hong Kong | $76K | 2.7% |
| Singapore | $35K | 1.3% |
| South Africa | $31K | 1.1% |
| India | $29K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $25K | 0.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $14K | 0.5% |
| Finland | $12K | 0.4% |
| Australia | $5K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.61 per kg, 45% below the world average of $6.51, 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.
Seamless stainless tube exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported seamless stainless tube worth $911 thousand (426 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 88% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $799K | 88% |
| Malawi | $75K | 8.3% |
| DR Congo | $33K | 3.6% |
| South Africa | $3K | 0.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania seamless stainless tube imports (HS 7304.49): 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 7304.49: Steel, stainless: (excluding cold-drawn or cold-rolled), tubes pipes and hollow profiles of circular cross-section.
Common questions
What is the value of seamless stainless tube imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported seamless stainless tube worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 770 tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 185 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 395% on 2023.
Which countries supply seamless stainless tube to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by South Korea (3%) and Hong Kong (3%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 718% on the year.
What is the average import price of seamless stainless tube per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.61 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $6.51 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of seamless stainless tube to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $119 thousand in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $775 thousand a year.
Does Tanzania also export seamless stainless tube?
Yes. Tanzania exported $911 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Malawi and the DR Congo. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for seamless stainless tube?
The HS code for seamless stainless tube is subheading 7304.49. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7304 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Tanzania reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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