Tropical fruit exports from Tanzania: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of tropical fruit by Tanzania reached $78.7 million in 2024 (36.9 thousand tonnes). That is 23% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $78.7M | 36.9K t |
| 2023 | $63.8M | 30.5K t |
| 2022 | $39.3M | 20.8K t |
| 2021 | $21.1M | 10.8K t |
| 2020 | $15.2M | 8.3K t |
| 2019 | $17.5M | 9.1K t |
| 2018 | $13.0M | 8.7K t |
| 2017 | $11.1M | 4.7K t |
Where Tanzania exports tropical fruit to
The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (32%), India (22%), United Arab Emirates (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+167% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $25.1M | 32% |
| India | $17.6M | 22% |
| United Arab Emirates | $8.2M | 10% |
| Germany | $7.1M | 9.1% |
| France | $5.3M | 6.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3.0M | 3.8% |
| Spain | $2.3M | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.8M | 2.2% |
| South Africa | $1.7M | 2.2% |
| Ukraine | $1.3M | 1.6% |
Product types under HS 0804
| 0804.40 | Avocados | 99% |
| 0804.30 | Pineapples | 0.9% |
| 0804.50 | Mangoes, guavas and mangosteens | 0.2% |
| 0804.10 | Dates | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0804.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.13 per kg, 27% above the world average of $1.68. 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.
Tropical fruit imports to Tanzania
Tanzania imported $2.4 million of tropical fruit in 2024 (7.0 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were United Arab Emirates (39%), Saudi Arabia (25%), Kenya (9%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+825% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $927K | 39% |
| Saudi Arabia | $590K | 25% |
| Kenya | $207K | 8.7% |
| Oman | $172K | 7.3% |
| Egypt | $128K | 5.4% |
| India | $111K | 4.7% |
| Qatar | $107K | 4.5% |
| United States | $47K | 2% |
| Iraq | $29K | 1.2% |
| Algeria | $19K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania tropical fruit exports (HS 0804): 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 0804: Dates, figs, pineapples, avocados, guavas, mangoes and mangosteens; fresh or dried.
Common questions
What is the value of tropical fruit exported by Tanzania?
Tanzania exported tropical fruit worth $78.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 36.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 191 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries buy tropical fruit from Tanzania?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 32% of the value ($25.1 million), followed by India (22%) and the United Arab Emirates (10%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 60 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 167% on the year.
What is the average export price of tropical fruit per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.13 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $1.68 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of tropical fruit from Tanzania changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.1 million in 2017 to $78.7 million in 2024, an increase of 606%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $32.5 million a year.
Does Tanzania also import tropical fruit?
Yes. Tanzania imported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Kenya. On balance Tanzania is a net exporter of this product, by about $76.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for tropical fruit?
The HS code for tropical fruit is heading 0804. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 0804.40 (99% of the value) and 0804.30 (1%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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