Tin ingots imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of tin ingots by Tanzania reached $11.6 million in 2024 (242 tonnes). That is 806% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 80% 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 | $11.6M | 242 t |
| 2023 | $1.3M | 27 t |
| 2022 | $169K | 10 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 37 t |
| 2020 | $37K | 2 t |
| 2019 | $54K | 6 t |
| 2018 | $121K | 10 t |
| 2017 | $188K | 16 t |
Where Tanzania imports tin ingots from
One supplier dominates: Peru accounted for 98% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Peru | $11.4M | 98% |
| China | $209K | 1.8% |
| India | $22K | 0.2% |
| Pakistan | $2K | 0% |
| Italy | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8001
| 8001.10 | Tin: unwrought, not alloyed | 100% |
| 8001.20 | Unwrought tin | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8001.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $48.04 per kg, 75% above the world average of $27.47. 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.
Tin ingots exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported tin ingots worth $1.5 million (58 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Netherlands accounted for 90% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.4M | 90% |
| Italy | $160K | 11% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania tin ingots imports (HS 8001): 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 8001: Tin; unwrought.
Common questions
What is the value of tin ingots imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported tin ingots worth $11.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 242 tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 151 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 806% on 2023.
Which countries supply tin ingots to Tanzania?
Peru was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($11.4 million), followed by China (2%) and India (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 912% on the year.
What is the average import price of tin ingots per kg?
The average declared import value was about $48.04 per kg in 2024, 75% above the world average of $27.47 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of tin ingots to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $188 thousand in 2017 to $11.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export tin ingots?
Yes. Tanzania exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands and Italy. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $10.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for tin ingots?
The HS code for tin ingots is heading 8001. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 8001.10 (100% of the value) and 8001.20 (0%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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