Valve and tap parts imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported valve and tap parts worth $7.0 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 19% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $7.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $5.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $4.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 787 t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 761 t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 575 t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 540 t |
Where Tanzania imports valve and tap parts from
Most of the value came from China (33%), India (29%), South Africa (7%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.3M | 33% |
| India | $2.0M | 29% |
| South Africa | $475K | 6.8% |
| Germany | $426K | 6.1% |
| Spain | $425K | 6.1% |
| United States | $202K | 2.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $185K | 2.6% |
| Belgium | $115K | 1.6% |
| Brazil | $100K | 1.4% |
| Norway | $88K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.84 per kg, 80% below the world average of $19.65, 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.
Valve and tap parts exports from Tanzania
Tanzania exported $323 thousand of valve and tap parts in 2024 (23 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 73% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $235K | 73% |
| United Arab Emirates | $38K | 12% |
| Kenya | $15K | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $12K | 3.6% |
| Zambia | $6K | 2% |
| DR Congo | $4K | 1.3% |
| Nigeria | $4K | 1.2% |
| South Africa | $4K | 1.2% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $2K | 0.6% |
| Guatemala | $2K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania valve and tap parts imports (HS 8481.90): 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 8481.90: Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of valve and tap parts imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported valve and tap parts worth $7.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 91st of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply valve and tap parts to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by India (29%) and South Africa (7%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 170% on the year.
What is the average import price of valve and tap parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.84 per kg in 2024, 80% below the world average of $19.65 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of valve and tap parts to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $7.0 million in 2024, an increase of 188%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.0 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export valve and tap parts?
Yes. Tanzania exported $323 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates and Kenya. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $6.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for valve and tap parts?
The HS code for valve and tap parts is subheading 8481.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8481 page.
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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