Telescopic umbrellas imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported telescopic umbrellas worth $3.9 million (351 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 41% 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 | $3.9M | 351 t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 253 t |
| 2022 | $746K | 172 t |
| 2021 | $641K | 147 t |
| 2020 | $676K | 117 t |
| 2019 | $471K | 80 t |
| 2018 | $486K | 70 t |
| 2017 | $347K | 64 t |
Where Tanzania imports telescopic umbrellas from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 99% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.8M | 99% |
| Mauritius | $22K | 0.6% |
| South Africa | $12K | 0.3% |
| Sweden | $7K | 0.2% |
| Indonesia | $2K | 0% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.97 per kg, 43% above the world average of $7.67. 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 telescopic umbrellas imports (HS 6601.91): 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 6601.91: Umbrellas and sun umbrellas: having a telescopic shaft, (excluding garden or similar umbrellas).
Common questions
What is the value of telescopic umbrellas imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported telescopic umbrellas worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 351 tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply telescopic umbrellas to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by Mauritius (1%) and South Africa (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 760% on the year.
What is the average import price of telescopic umbrellas per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.97 per kg in 2024, 43% above the world average of $7.67 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of telescopic umbrellas to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $347 thousand in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $3.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for telescopic umbrellas?
The HS code for telescopic umbrellas is subheading 6601.91. It sits in HS chapter 66 (umbrellas, sun umbrellas, walking-sticks, seat sticks, whips, riding crops; and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6601 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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