Toothpaste imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Tanzania imported $4.7 million of toothpaste in 2024 (3.7 thousand tonnes). That is 11% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $5.9 million.
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 | $4.7M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $4.2M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $5.8M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $5.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $5.6M | 3.1K t |
| 2019 | $5.5M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 2.2K t |
Where Tanzania imports toothpaste from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Kenya grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.6M | 56% |
| India | $781K | 17% |
| Kenya | $486K | 10% |
| South Africa | $274K | 5.8% |
| Rwanda | $133K | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $123K | 2.6% |
| Mauritius | $53K | 1.1% |
| Egypt | $51K | 1.1% |
| United States | $38K | 0.8% |
| Thailand | $27K | 0.6% |
Product types under HS 3306
| 3306.10 | Oral or dental hygiene preparations: dentifrices | 84% |
| 3306.90 | Oral or dental hygiene preparations: other than dentifrices | 15% |
| 3306.20 | Oral or dental hygiene preparations: yarn used to clean between the teeth (dental floss) | 1.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3306.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.26 per kg, 76% below the world average of $5.25, 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.
Toothpaste exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported toothpaste worth $3.9 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Rwanda (24%), Zambia (19%), Burundi (17%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $933K | 24% |
| Zambia | $747K | 19% |
| Burundi | $670K | 17% |
| Uganda | $651K | 17% |
| DR Congo | $433K | 11% |
| Kenya | $334K | 8.5% |
| Malawi | $124K | 3.2% |
| Comoros | $16K | 0.4% |
| Czech Republic | $7K | 0.2% |
| Mozambique | $4K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania toothpaste imports (HS 3306): 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 3306: Oral or dental hygiene preparations; including fixative pastes and powders; yarn used to clean between the teeth (dental floss), in individual retail packages.
Common questions
What is the value of toothpaste imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported toothpaste worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 119th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply toothpaste to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by India (17%) and Kenya (10%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 156% on the year.
What is the average import price of toothpaste per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.26 per kg in 2024, 76% below the world average of $5.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of toothpaste to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $4.7 million in 2024, an increase of 56%. The peak was 2021 at $5.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export toothpaste?
Yes. Tanzania exported $3.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Rwanda, Zambia and Burundi. That compares with imports of $4.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for toothpaste?
The HS code for toothpaste is heading 3306. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 3306.10 (84% of the value) and 3306.90 (15%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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