Vices and clamps imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Tanzania imported $9.1 million of vices and clamps in 2024 (5.5 thousand tonnes). That is 4% more than in 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 | $9.1M | 5.5K t |
| 2023 | $8.8M | 4.5K t |
| 2022 | $8.9M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $7.4M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $5.4M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $6.0M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $6.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $5.2M | 2.5K t |
Where Tanzania imports vices and clamps from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+220% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.2M | 68% |
| Australia | $424K | 4.7% |
| India | $404K | 4.5% |
| South Africa | $371K | 4.1% |
| United States | $302K | 3.3% |
| Taiwan | $262K | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $148K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $118K | 1.3% |
| France | $109K | 1.2% |
| Egypt | $98K | 1.1% |
Product types under HS 8205
| 8205.59 | Hand tools (other) | 36% |
| 8205.20 | Hammers | 25% |
| 8205.51 | Household tools | 9% |
| 8205.40 | Screwdrivers | 8% |
| 8205.70 | Bench vices | 6.8% |
| 8205.90 | Workshop equipment | 5.6% |
| 8205.10 | Tapping tools | 5.1% |
| 8205.30 | Wood chisels | 4.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8205.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.66 per kg, 80% below the world average of $8.40, 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.
Vices and clamps exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported vices and clamps worth $448 thousand (183 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were DR Congo (34%), Zambia (31%), Netherlands (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+936% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $154K | 35% |
| Zambia | $141K | 31% |
| Netherlands | $78K | 17% |
| South Africa | $34K | 7.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $10K | 2.2% |
| Kenya | $9K | 1.9% |
| Malawi | $5K | 1.1% |
| United States | $5K | 1.1% |
| Denmark | $3K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $2K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania vices and clamps imports (HS 8205): 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 8205: Tools, hand; (including glaziers' diamonds) n.e.c.; blow lamps; vices, clamps etc, other than accessories for and parts of, machine-tools or water-jet cutting machines; anvils; portable forges; hand or pedal operated grinding wheels with frameworks.
Common questions
What is the value of vices and clamps imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported vices and clamps worth $9.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 94th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply vices and clamps to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($6.2 million), followed by Australia (5%) and India (4%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 75 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 553% on the year.
What is the average import price of vices and clamps per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.66 per kg in 2024, 80% below the world average of $8.40 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of vices and clamps to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.2 million in 2017 to $9.1 million in 2024, an increase of 75%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.2 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export vices and clamps?
Yes. Tanzania exported $448 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Zambia and the Netherlands. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $8.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for vices and clamps?
The HS code for vices and clamps is heading 8205. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 8205.59 (36% of the value) and 8205.20 (25%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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