Starchy roots and tubers exports from Tanzania: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania exported starchy roots and tubers worth $8.2 million (52.0 thousand tonnes). That is 67% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% a year on average.
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 | $8.2M | 52.0K t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 27.5K t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 55.5K t |
| 2021 | $4.1M | 41.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.4M | 18.0K t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 32.6K t |
| 2018 | $5.9M | 19.5K t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 474 t |
Where Tanzania exports starchy roots and tubers to
Rwanda alone took 74% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+160% on the year before).
Product types under HS 0714
| 0714.10 | Cassava root | 100% |
| 0714.20 | Sweet potatoes | 0.2% |
| 0714.30 | Yams | 0.1% |
| 0714.90 | Other starchy roots | 0% |
| 0714.40 | Taro | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0714.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.16 per kg, 38% below the world average of $0.26, 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 starchy roots and tubers exports (HS 0714): 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 0714: Manioc, arrowroot, salep, Jerusalem artichokes, sweet potatoes and similar roots and tubers with high starch or inulin content; fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not sliced or in the form of pellets; sago pith.
Common questions
What is the value of starchy roots and tubers exported by Tanzania?
Tanzania exported starchy roots and tubers worth $8.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 52.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 158 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 67% on 2023.
Which countries buy starchy roots and tubers from Tanzania?
Rwanda was the largest buyer with 74% of the value ($6.0 million), followed by Uganda (26%) and the Comoros (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 13 buyer countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 193% on the year.
What is the average export price of starchy roots and tubers per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.16 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $0.26 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of starchy roots and tubers from Tanzania changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $8.2 million in 2024, an increase of 358%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for starchy roots and tubers?
The HS code for starchy roots and tubers is heading 0714. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 0714.10 (100% of the value) and 0714.20 (0%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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