Synthetic hosiery without soles imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic hosiery without soles by Tanzania reached $15.7 million in 2024 (512 tonnes). That is 8% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $15.7M | 512 t |
| 2023 | $14.5M | 640 t |
| 2022 | $16.4M | 781 t |
| 2021 | $12.3M | 464 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 584 t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 633 t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 518 t |
| 2017 | $6.6M | 217 t |
Where Tanzania imports synthetic hosiery without soles from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.6M | 100% |
| Turkey | $44K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $6K | 0% |
| Austria | $2K | 0% |
| Portugal | $2K | 0% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
| Egypt | $0K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $30.59 per kg, 131% above the world average of $13.27. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 synthetic hosiery without soles imports (HS 6115.96): 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 6115.96: Hosiery and footwear: without applied soles, of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted (excluding graduated compression hosiery, panty hose, tights, full or knee-length hosiery measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex).
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic hosiery without soles imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported synthetic hosiery without soles worth $15.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 512 tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic hosiery without soles to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($15.6 million), followed by Turkey (0%) and South Africa (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 622% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic hosiery without soles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $30.59 per kg in 2024, 131% above the world average of $13.27 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic hosiery without soles to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.6 million in 2017 to $15.7 million in 2024, an increase of 139%. The peak was 2022 at $16.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic hosiery without soles?
The HS code for synthetic hosiery without soles is subheading 6115.96. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6115 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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