Vinyl polymer imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported vinyl polymer worth $2.8 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). That is 74% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $10.9 million.
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 | $2.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $10.9M | 5.5K t |
| 2022 | $5.6M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $4.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 1.4K t |
Where Tanzania imports vinyl polymer from
The largest suppliers were China (35%), United Arab Emirates (19%), India (12%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+224% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $983K | 35% |
| United Arab Emirates | $544K | 19% |
| India | $330K | 12% |
| Turkey | $238K | 8.5% |
| Malaysia | $194K | 6.9% |
| Kenya | $111K | 4% |
| Germany | $103K | 3.6% |
| Egypt | $92K | 3.3% |
| South Korea | $88K | 3.1% |
| South Africa | $51K | 1.8% |
Product types under HS 3905
| 3905.12 | Polyvinyl acetate emulsion | 32% |
| 3905.29 | Vinyl acetate copolymer (solid) | 23% |
| 3905.21 | Vinyl acetate copolymer emulsion | 19% |
| 3905.30 | Polyvinyl alcohol | 16% |
| 3905.99 | Vinyl polymers (other) | 4.7% |
| 3905.19 | Polyvinyl acetate resin | 3.6% |
| 3905.91 | Vinyl polymer copolymers (other) | 1.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3905.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.27 per kg, 54% below the world average of $2.77, 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.
Vinyl polymer exports from Tanzania
Exports of vinyl polymer by Tanzania reached $446 thousand in 2024 (116 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Brazil accounted for 89% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $396K | 89% |
| India | $45K | 10% |
| Zambia | $3K | 0.6% |
| Burundi | $2K | 0.4% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania vinyl polymer imports (HS 3905): 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 3905: Polymers of vinyl acetate or of other vinyl esters, in primary forms; other vinyl polymers in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of vinyl polymer imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported vinyl polymer worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 101st of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 74% on 2023.
Which countries supply vinyl polymer to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($983 thousand), followed by the United Arab Emirates (19%) and India (12%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 224% on the year.
What is the average import price of vinyl polymer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.27 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $2.77 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of vinyl polymer to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, an increase of 70%. The peak was 2023 at $10.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export vinyl polymer?
Yes. Tanzania exported $446 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Brazil, India and Zambia. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for vinyl polymer?
The HS code for vinyl polymer is heading 3905. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 3905.12 (32% of the value) and 3905.29 (22%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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