Transformer imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported transformer worth $110.8 million (16.8 thousand tonnes). That is 14% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $110.8M | 16.8K t |
| 2023 | $97.7M | 14.6K t |
| 2022 | $84.0M | 12.0K t |
| 2021 | $82.6M | 12.6K t |
| 2020 | $73.0M | 9.4K t |
| 2019 | $96.5M | 9.7K t |
| 2018 | $62.6M | 5.1K t |
| 2017 | $53.0M | 4.4K t |
Where Tanzania imports transformer from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $63.8M | 58% |
| India | $19.0M | 17% |
| Poland | $3.5M | 3.2% |
| South Africa | $2.8M | 2.6% |
| Oman | $2.7M | 2.5% |
| Germany | $2.2M | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $1.9M | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $1.6M | 1.5% |
| United States | $1.6M | 1.4% |
| Slovakia | $1.4M | 1.3% |
Product types under HS 8504
| 8504.40 | Static power converters | 42% |
| 8504.23 | Oil transformers large | 21% |
| 8504.21 | Oil transformers small | 12% |
| 8504.90 | Transformer and converter parts | 8.5% |
| 8504.22 | Oil transformers medium | 7% |
| 8504.34 | Large dry transformers | 4.2% |
| 8504.33 | Medium dry transformers | 2.8% |
| 8504.31 | Control transformers | 1.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8504.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.62 per kg, 71% below the world average of $23.20, 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.
Transformer exports from Tanzania
Tanzania exported $3.7 million of transformer in 2024 (628 tonnes). Most of it went to Zambia (46%), Kenya (29%), Rwanda (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Burundi grew fastest (+138% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $1.7M | 46% |
| Kenya | $1.1M | 29% |
| Rwanda | $349K | 9.4% |
| Burundi | $103K | 2.8% |
| Malawi | $96K | 2.6% |
| Uganda | $93K | 2.5% |
| Mozambique | $75K | 2% |
| Netherlands | $39K | 1.1% |
| South Africa | $30K | 0.8% |
| Nigeria | $18K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania transformer imports (HS 8504): 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 8504: Electric transformers, static converters (e.g. rectifiers) and inductors.
Common questions
What is the value of transformer imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported transformer worth $110.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply transformer to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($63.8 million), followed by India (17%) and Poland (3%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 82 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 335% on the year.
What is the average import price of transformer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.62 per kg in 2024, 71% below the world average of $23.20 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of transformer to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $53.0 million in 2017 to $110.8 million in 2024, an increase of 109%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $82.5 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export transformer?
Yes. Tanzania exported $3.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Kenya and Rwanda. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $107.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for transformer?
The HS code for transformer is heading 8504. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 8504.40 (42% of the value) and 8504.23 (21%).
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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