Static power converters imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported static power converters worth $46.5 million (6.5 thousand tonnes). That is 5% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $46.5M | 6.5K t |
| 2023 | $48.8M | 6.6K t |
| 2022 | $37.8M | 5.4K t |
| 2021 | $28.4M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $33.8M | 4.1K t |
| 2019 | $29.0M | 977 t |
| 2018 | $34.3M | 957 t |
| 2017 | $22.1M | 636 t |
Where Tanzania imports static power converters from
China alone supplied 57% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+126% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $26.3M | 57% |
| India | $4.4M | 9.4% |
| Poland | $3.4M | 7.2% |
| South Africa | $1.8M | 3.9% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 3.3% |
| United States | $1.1M | 2.4% |
| Philippines | $1.1M | 2.3% |
| Slovakia | $969K | 2.1% |
| Kenya | $910K | 2% |
| Italy | $509K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.21 per kg, 83% below the world average of $42.84, 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.
Static power converters exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported static power converters worth $462 thousand (40 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kenya (42%), Uganda (10%), Netherlands (8%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $195K | 42% |
| Uganda | $45K | 9.8% |
| Netherlands | $39K | 8.5% |
| Zambia | $32K | 6.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $18K | 3.8% |
| Burundi | $18K | 3.8% |
| South Africa | $17K | 3.7% |
| Mozambique | $13K | 2.8% |
| Republic of the Congo | $12K | 2.7% |
| Hungary | $11K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania static power converters imports (HS 8504.40): 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 8504.40: Electrical static converters.
Common questions
What is the value of static power converters imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported static power converters worth $46.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 88th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply static power converters to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($26.3 million), followed by India (9%) and Poland (7%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 78 supplier countries in total. Slovakia grew fastest among the top ten, up 152% on the year.
What is the average import price of static power converters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.21 per kg in 2024, 83% below the world average of $42.84 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of static power converters to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $22.1 million in 2017 to $46.5 million in 2024, an increase of 111%. The peak was 2023 at $48.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $35.1 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export static power converters?
Yes. Tanzania exported $462 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, Uganda and the Netherlands. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $46.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for static power converters?
The HS code for static power converters is subheading 8504.40. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8504 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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