Steel sanitary ware imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of steel sanitary ware by Tanzania reached $5.9 million in 2024 (3.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 41% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $10.0 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 | $5.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $10.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $8.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $6.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 1.3K t |
Where Tanzania imports steel sanitary ware from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 82% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.8M | 82% |
| South Africa | $207K | 3.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $145K | 2.5% |
| Italy | $138K | 2.4% |
| India | $134K | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $99K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $74K | 1.3% |
| Turkey | $61K | 1% |
| Spain | $45K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $45K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 7324
| 7324.90 | Sanitary ware other | 49% |
| 7324.10 | Stainless steel sinks | 39% |
| 7324.29 | Steel baths | 11% |
| 7324.21 | Cast iron, baths, whether or not enamelled | 0.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7324.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.65 per kg, 79% below the world average of $7.91, 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 steel sanitary ware imports (HS 7324): 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 7324: Sanitary ware and parts thereof, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of steel sanitary ware imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported steel sanitary ware worth $5.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 92nd of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel sanitary ware to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by South Africa (4%) and the United Arab Emirates (2%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 28% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel sanitary ware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.65 per kg in 2024, 79% below the world average of $7.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel sanitary ware to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $5.9 million in 2024, an increase of 95%. The peak was 2023 at $10.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel sanitary ware?
The HS code for steel sanitary ware is heading 7324. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 7324.90 (49% of the value) and 7324.10 (39%).
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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