Steel can (other) imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of steel can (other) by Tanzania reached $2.4 million in 2024 (695 tonnes). That is 6% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $4.1 million.
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 | $2.4M | 695 t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 605 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 571 t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 779 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 652 t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 664 t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 900 t |
| 2017 | $4.1M | 1.4K t |
Where Tanzania imports steel can (other) from
Most of the value came from Kenya (30%), United Arab Emirates (24%), China (21%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+422% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $705K | 30% |
| United Arab Emirates | $567K | 24% |
| China | $488K | 21% |
| India | $274K | 12% |
| Jordan | $110K | 4.6% |
| Italy | $56K | 2.4% |
| South Africa | $47K | 2% |
| Maldives | $38K | 1.6% |
| Lebanon | $28K | 1.2% |
| Sri Lanka | $13K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.41 per kg, 22% below the world average of $4.40, 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.
Steel can (other) exports from Tanzania
Exports of steel can (other) by Tanzania reached $447 thousand in 2024 (167 tonnes). Most of it went to Zambia (48%), Malawi (30%), United Arab Emirates (17%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $213K | 48% |
| Malawi | $133K | 30% |
| United Arab Emirates | $76K | 17% |
| DR Congo | $16K | 3.6% |
| Burundi | $6K | 1.4% |
| Comoros | $2K | 0.5% |
| Uganda | $1K | 0.3% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $0K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania steel can (other) imports (HS 7310.29): 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 7310.29: Tanks, casks, drums, boxes and similar containers for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas) less than 50l capacity, n.e.c. in item no. 7310.2, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of steel can (other) imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported steel can (other) worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 695 tonnes. That ranks it 87th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel can (other) to Tanzania?
Kenya was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($705 thousand), followed by the United Arab Emirates (24%) and China (21%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 422% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel can (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.41 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $4.40 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel can (other) to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.1 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, a fall of 43%. The peak was 2017 at $4.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.6 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export steel can (other)?
Yes. Tanzania exported $447 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Malawi and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel can (other)?
The HS code for steel can (other) is subheading 7310.29. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7310 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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