Steel I-sections imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of steel i-sections by Tanzania reached $2.6 million in 2024 (4.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 42% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $5.0 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 | $2.6M | 4.2K t |
| 2023 | $4.5M | 5.6K t |
| 2022 | $4.5M | 4.5K t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 7.9K t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 3.5K t |
Where Tanzania imports steel i-sections from
China alone supplied 89% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.3M | 89% |
| Hong Kong | $96K | 3.7% |
| India | $72K | 2.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $70K | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $43K | 1.7% |
| Kenya | $7K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.62 per kg, 24% below the world average of $0.82, 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 I-sections exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported steel i-sections worth $245 thousand (258 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 95% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $233K | 95% |
| Rwanda | $12K | 4.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania steel i-sections imports (HS 7216.32): 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 7216.32: Iron or non-alloy steel: I sections, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of 80mm or more.
Common questions
What is the value of steel i-sections imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported steel i-sections worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 105th of 199 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel i-sections to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Hong Kong (4%) and India (3%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 77% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel i-sections per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.62 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $0.82 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel i-sections to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 43%. The peak was 2020 at $5.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export steel i-sections?
Yes. Tanzania exported $245 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo and Rwanda. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel i-sections?
The HS code for steel i-sections is subheading 7216.32. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7216 page.
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