Steel chain imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported steel chain worth $14.5 million (4.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 11% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $14.5M | 4.7K t |
| 2023 | $13.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $12.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $8.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $8.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $6.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $9.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $5.8M | 1.6K t |
Where Tanzania imports steel chain from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 83% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $12.1M | 84% |
| India | $682K | 4.7% |
| South Africa | $546K | 3.8% |
| Germany | $269K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $203K | 1.4% |
| Poland | $103K | 0.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $90K | 0.6% |
| United States | $61K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $59K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $51K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 7315
| 7315.11 | Roller chain | 78% |
| 7315.12 | Chain: articulated link, (other than roller), of iron or steel | 11% |
| 7315.89 | Steel chain (other) | 5.1% |
| 7315.81 | Stud-link chain | 2.5% |
| 7315.82 | Welded link chain | 1.5% |
| 7315.90 | Chain part (other) | 1.1% |
| 7315.19 | Chain part | 0.9% |
| 7315.20 | Skid chain | 0.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7315.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.11 per kg, 31% below the world average of $4.54, 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 chain exports from Tanzania
Tanzania exported $351 thousand of steel chain in 2024 (23 tonnes). Mozambique alone took 78% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $275K | 78% |
| South Africa | $58K | 17% |
| Zambia | $10K | 2.8% |
| Republic of the Congo | $3K | 0.8% |
| Kenya | $2K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $2K | 0.4% |
| Malawi | $1K | 0.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $0K | 0.1% |
| DR Congo | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania steel chain imports (HS 7315): 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 7315: Chain and parts thereof, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of steel chain imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported steel chain worth $14.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel chain to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($12.1 million), followed by India (5%) and South Africa (4%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 47% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel chain per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.11 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $4.54 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel chain to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.8 million in 2017 to $14.5 million in 2024, an increase of 152%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.0 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export steel chain?
Yes. Tanzania exported $351 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mozambique, South Africa and Zambia. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $14.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel chain?
The HS code for steel chain is heading 7315. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 7315.11 (78% of the value) and 7315.12 (11%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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