Uncoated printing paper imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Tanzania imported $48.0 million of uncoated printing paper in 2024 (49.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 3% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $48.0M | 49.2K t |
| 2023 | $46.4M | 44.7K t |
| 2022 | $39.0M | 35.7K t |
| 2021 | $28.4M | 32.8K t |
| 2020 | $22.6M | 26.8K t |
| 2019 | $35.6M | 39.2K t |
| 2018 | $32.7M | 30.4K t |
| 2017 | $27.8M | 29.6K t |
Where Tanzania imports uncoated printing paper from
Most of the value came from India (36%), South Africa (28%), Indonesia (19%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $17.4M | 36% |
| South Africa | $13.4M | 28% |
| Indonesia | $9.2M | 19% |
| China | $4.2M | 8.7% |
| Thailand | $1.2M | 2.5% |
| Hong Kong | $1.1M | 2.2% |
| Singapore | $466K | 1% |
| Kenya | $257K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $234K | 0.5% |
| Slovenia | $140K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 4802
| 4802.56 | Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (small sheets) | 46% |
| 4802.55 | Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (rolls) | 30% |
| 4802.57 | Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (large sheets) | 19% |
| 4802.58 | Heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2) | 3% |
| 4802.20 | Photographic base paper | 0.7% |
| 4802.69 | Mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) | 0.6% |
| 4802.54 | Light printing paper (under 40g/m2) | 0.4% |
| 4802.62 | Mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4802.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.98 per kg, close to the world average of $1.06.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Uncoated printing paper exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported uncoated printing paper worth $356 thousand (356 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 93% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+959% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $331K | 93% |
| Comoros | $13K | 3.6% |
| Malawi | $8K | 2.3% |
| Uganda | $2K | 0.7% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0.3% |
| Sweden | $0K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania uncoated printing paper imports (HS 4802): 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 4802: Uncoated paper and paperboard, used for writing, printing or other graphics, non perforated punch-cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular sheets, of any size, other than paper of heading 4801 or 4803; hand-made paper and paperboard.
Common questions
What is the value of uncoated printing paper imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported uncoated printing paper worth $48.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 49.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 68th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply uncoated printing paper to Tanzania?
India was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($17.4 million), followed by South Africa (28%) and Indonesia (19%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 49% on the year.
What is the average import price of uncoated printing paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.98 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $1.06 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of uncoated printing paper to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $27.8 million in 2017 to $48.0 million in 2024, an increase of 73%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $35.1 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export uncoated printing paper?
Yes. Tanzania exported $356 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, the Comoros and Malawi. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $47.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for uncoated printing paper?
The HS code for uncoated printing paper is heading 4802. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 4802.56 (46% of the value) and 4802.55 (30%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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