Softwood veneer sheets exports from Tanzania: data, top buyers and prices
Tanzania exported $2.6 million of softwood veneer sheets in 2024 (6.1 thousand tonnes). That is 38% more than in 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.6M | 6.1K t |
| 2023 | $1.9M | 5.0K t |
| 2022 | $1K | 0 t |
| 2021 | $4K | 1 t |
| 2020 | $106K | 960 t |
| 2019 | $0K | 0 t |
| 2018 | $32K | 377 t |
| 2017 | $112K | 344 t |
Where Tanzania exports softwood veneer sheets to
India alone took 94% of it. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.5M | 94% |
| Egypt | $150K | 5.8% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.43 per kg, 52% below the world average of $0.90, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania softwood veneer sheets exports (HS 4408.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 4408.10: Wood: coniferous, sheets for veneering (including those obtained by slicing laminated wood), for plywood or similar laminated wood and other wood, sawn lengthwise, sliced or peeled, planed or not, sanded, spliced or end-jointed, not over 6 mm thick.
Common questions
What is the value of softwood veneer sheets exported by Tanzania?
Tanzania exported softwood veneer sheets worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 96 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 38% on 2023.
Which countries buy softwood veneer sheets from Tanzania?
India was the largest buyer with 94% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by Egypt (6%) and Canada (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 32% on the year.
What is the average export price of softwood veneer sheets per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.43 per kg in 2024, 52% below the world average of $0.90 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of softwood veneer sheets from Tanzania changed since 2017?
Exports went from $112 thousand in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $595 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for softwood veneer sheets?
The HS code for softwood veneer sheets is subheading 4408.10. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4408 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX has a direct customs feed for Tanzania, so the importers and exporters behind these totals are visible by name, shipment by shipment. Ask for a live look at your product.
Same product, other countries
World softwood veneer sheets trade: top importers and exporters
More trade data for Tanzania
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.