Slack wax imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Tanzania imported $11.1 million of slack wax in 2024 (7.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 25% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $11.1M | 7.6K t |
| 2023 | $8.9M | 6.3K t |
| 2022 | $7.7M | 4.9K t |
| 2021 | $7.4M | 6.0K t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 5.7K t |
| 2019 | $7.8M | 7.2K t |
| 2018 | $8.3M | 7.9K t |
| 2017 | $7.4M | 7.4K t |
Where Tanzania imports slack wax from
The largest suppliers were Hungary (31%), United Arab Emirates (17%), Thailand (16%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+144% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hungary | $3.5M | 31% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.9M | 17% |
| Thailand | $1.8M | 16% |
| Iran | $1.5M | 14% |
| South Korea | $975K | 8.8% |
| India | $703K | 6.3% |
| China | $242K | 2.2% |
| Egypt | $100K | 0.9% |
| Kenya | $88K | 0.8% |
| Lebanon | $84K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.47 per kg, close to the world average of $1.38.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Slack wax exports from Tanzania
Exports of slack wax by Tanzania reached $308 thousand in 2024 (96 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Mozambique accounted for 96% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $294K | 96% |
| DR Congo | $13K | 4.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania slack wax imports (HS 2712.90): 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 2712.90: Paraffin wax: containing by weight 0.75% or more of oil, obtained by synthesis or by other processes, whether or not coloured.
Common questions
What is the value of slack wax imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported slack wax worth $11.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 184 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply slack wax to Tanzania?
Hungary was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (17%) and Thailand (16%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 144% on the year.
What is the average import price of slack wax per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.47 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $1.38 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of slack wax to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.4 million in 2017 to $11.1 million in 2024, an increase of 51%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.0 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export slack wax?
Yes. Tanzania exported $308 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mozambique and the DR Congo. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $10.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for slack wax?
The HS code for slack wax is subheading 2712.90. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2712 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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