Steel structure (other) imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Tanzania imported $71.9 million of steel structure (other) in 2024 (39.6 thousand tonnes). That is 35% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $111.4 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 | $71.9M | 39.6K t |
| 2023 | $111.4M | 32.0K t |
| 2022 | $57.7M | 23.5K t |
| 2021 | $54.5M | 30.4K t |
| 2020 | $41.7M | 22.8K t |
| 2019 | $39.2M | 19.5K t |
| 2018 | $48.7M | 19.7K t |
| 2017 | $41.7M | 15.3K t |
Where Tanzania imports steel structure (other) from
China alone supplied 57% of it. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+201% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $40.9M | 57% |
| India | $7.3M | 10% |
| Vietnam | $5.1M | 7% |
| Turkey | $3.7M | 5.2% |
| Japan | $2.6M | 3.6% |
| Egypt | $2.2M | 3.1% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 2.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.6M | 2.2% |
| South Africa | $1.5M | 2.2% |
| New Zealand | $1.2M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.82 per kg, 27% below the world average of $2.48, 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 structure (other) exports from Tanzania
Tanzania exported $641 thousand of steel structure (other) in 2024 (692 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Libya (34%), DR Congo (22%), Malawi (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest (+585% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $218K | 34% |
| DR Congo | $143K | 22% |
| Malawi | $81K | 13% |
| Lebanon | $60K | 9.4% |
| South Africa | $50K | 7.8% |
| Mozambique | $32K | 5.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $25K | 3.9% |
| Zambia | $10K | 1.6% |
| Seychelles | $10K | 1.6% |
| Kenya | $8K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania steel structure (other) imports (HS 7308.90): 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 7308.90: Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, n.e.c. in heading 7308.
Common questions
What is the value of steel structure (other) imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported steel structure (other) worth $71.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 39.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 84th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel structure (other) to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($40.9 million), followed by India (10%) and Vietnam (7%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 201% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel structure (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.82 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $2.48 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel structure (other) to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $41.7 million in 2017 to $71.9 million in 2024, an increase of 72%. The peak was 2023 at $111.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $58.3 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export steel structure (other)?
Yes. Tanzania exported $641 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, the DR Congo and Malawi. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $71.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel structure (other)?
The HS code for steel structure (other) is subheading 7308.90. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7308 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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