T-shirt and vest imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of t-shirt and vest by Tanzania reached $37.5 million in 2024 (10.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 31% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% 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 | $37.5M | 10.6K t |
| 2023 | $28.7M | 8.3K t |
| 2022 | $31.4M | 8.5K t |
| 2021 | $27.7M | 8.2K t |
| 2020 | $13.9M | 4.6K t |
| 2019 | $12.5M | 4.4K t |
| 2018 | $9.8M | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $9.0M | 3.2K t |
Where Tanzania imports t-shirt and vest from
The largest suppliers were China (50%), India (36%), Indonesia (5%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+102% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $18.7M | 50% |
| India | $13.6M | 36% |
| Indonesia | $1.9M | 5.1% |
| Thailand | $972K | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $845K | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $348K | 0.9% |
| Kenya | $315K | 0.8% |
| Pakistan | $298K | 0.8% |
| Bangladesh | $89K | 0.2% |
| Madagascar | $82K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 6109
| 6109.90 | Knit t-shirt (other fibres) | 77% |
| 6109.10 | Cotton knit t-shirt | 23% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6109.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.54 per kg, 83% below the world average of $21.32, 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.
T-shirt and vest exports from Tanzania
Exports of t-shirt and vest by Tanzania reached $35.1 million in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 85% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $29.8M | 85% |
| South Africa | $2.5M | 7.2% |
| Kenya | $1.2M | 3.3% |
| Belgium | $721K | 2.1% |
| Uganda | $173K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $166K | 0.5% |
| Malawi | $89K | 0.3% |
| Mozambique | $85K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $73K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $71K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania t-shirt and vest imports (HS 6109): 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 6109: T-shirts, singlets and other vests; knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of t-shirt and vest imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported t-shirt and vest worth $37.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 84th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply t-shirt and vest to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($18.7 million), followed by India (36%) and Indonesia (5%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 65 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 315% on the year.
What is the average import price of t-shirt and vest per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.54 per kg in 2024, 83% below the world average of $21.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of t-shirt and vest to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.0 million in 2017 to $37.5 million in 2024, an increase of 318%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $21.3 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export t-shirt and vest?
Yes. Tanzania exported $35.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, South Africa and Kenya. That compares with imports of $37.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for t-shirt and vest?
The HS code for t-shirt and vest is heading 6109. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 6109.90 (77% of the value) and 6109.10 (23%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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