Tarpaulins (other) imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported tarpaulins (other) worth $2.9 million (339 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $2.9M | 339 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 559 t |
| 2022 | $1.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $1.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $871K | 983 t |
| 2018 | $1.0M | 688 t |
| 2017 | $950K | 616 t |
Where Tanzania imports tarpaulins (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 90% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.6M | 91% |
| Pakistan | $78K | 2.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $49K | 1.7% |
| Vietnam | $47K | 1.6% |
| South Africa | $39K | 1.4% |
| United States | $27K | 0.9% |
| Hong Kong | $22K | 0.7% |
| India | $5K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $5K | 0.2% |
| Uganda | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.55 per kg, 86% above the world average of $4.60. 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.
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The shipment records behind Tanzania tarpaulins (other) imports (HS 6306.19): 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 6306.19: Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds: of textile materials other than synthetic fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of tarpaulins (other) imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported tarpaulins (other) worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 339 tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 215 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply tarpaulins (other) to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Pakistan (3%) and the United Arab Emirates (2%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 241% on the year.
What is the average import price of tarpaulins (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.55 per kg in 2024, 86% above the world average of $4.60 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of tarpaulins (other) to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $950 thousand in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024, an increase of 205%. The peak was 2023 at $2.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for tarpaulins (other)?
The HS code for tarpaulins (other) is subheading 6306.19. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6306 page.
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