Utility meter parts imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Tanzania imported $18.0 million of utility meter parts in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 16% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 82% 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 | $18.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $15.5M | 852 t |
| 2022 | $14.1M | 743 t |
| 2021 | $6.6M | 433 t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 293 t |
| 2019 | $410K | 53 t |
| 2018 | $589K | 24 t |
| 2017 | $272K | 65 t |
Where Tanzania imports utility meter parts from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 98% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $17.7M | 98% |
| Singapore | $218K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $25K | 0.1% |
| United States | $22K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $9K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $9K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $8K | 0% |
| France | $6K | 0% |
| India | $6K | 0% |
| Turkey | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.49 per kg, 31% below the world average of $22.49, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania utility meter parts imports (HS 9028.90): 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 9028.90: Meters: parts and accessories of gas, liquid, electricity supply or production meters, including calibrating meters thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of utility meter parts imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported utility meter parts worth $18.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 205 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply utility meter parts to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($17.7 million), followed by Singapore (1%) and Germany (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 266% on the year.
What is the average import price of utility meter parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.49 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $22.49 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of utility meter parts to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $272 thousand in 2017 to $18.0 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for utility meter parts?
The HS code for utility meter parts is subheading 9028.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9028 page.
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