Spirits (other types) exports from Tanzania: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of spirits (other types) by Tanzania reached $5.7 million in 2024 (3.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 19% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $11.7 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 | $5.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2023 | $4.8M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $9.6M | 6.3K t |
| 2021 | $11.7M | 5.4K t |
| 2020 | $8.1M | 5.8K t |
| 2019 | $8.8M | 5.0K t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $3.8M | 3.7K t |
Where Tanzania exports spirits (other types) to
The largest buyer markets were Kenya (48%), Rwanda (32%), Zambia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+574% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $2.7M | 48% |
| Rwanda | $1.8M | 32% |
| Zambia | $879K | 15% |
| Nigeria | $154K | 2.7% |
| Hong Kong | $112K | 2% |
| Denmark | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.75 per kg, 67% below the world average of $5.34, 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.
Spirits (other types) imports to Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania imported spirits (other types) worth $2.0 million (254 tonnes). Most of the value came from China (27%), Mexico (24%), South Africa (12%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $550K | 27% |
| Mexico | $475K | 24% |
| South Africa | $233K | 12% |
| France | $201K | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $146K | 7.3% |
| Kenya | $131K | 6.5% |
| Italy | $75K | 3.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $70K | 3.5% |
| Singapore | $54K | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $26K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania spirits (other types) exports (HS 2208.90): 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 2208.90: Spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages: n.e.c. in heading no. 2208.
Common questions
What is the value of spirits (other types) exported by Tanzania?
Tanzania exported spirits (other types) worth $5.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 171 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy spirits (other types) from Tanzania?
Kenya was the largest buyer with 48% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Rwanda (32%) and Zambia (15%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 9 buyer countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 574% on the year.
What is the average export price of spirits (other types) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.75 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $5.34 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of spirits (other types) from Tanzania changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.8 million in 2017 to $5.7 million in 2024, an increase of 49%. The peak was 2021 at $11.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.9 million a year.
Does Tanzania also import spirits (other types)?
Yes. Tanzania imported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Mexico and South Africa. On balance Tanzania is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for spirits (other types)?
The HS code for spirits (other types) is subheading 2208.90. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2208 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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