Women's dresses (other materials) imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of women's dresses (other materials) by Tanzania reached $3.5 million in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). That is 17% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $3.5M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 891 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 1.4K t |
Where Tanzania imports women's dresses (other materials) from
China alone supplied 79% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+79% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 79% |
| India | $228K | 6.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $186K | 5.4% |
| Indonesia | $79K | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $74K | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $44K | 1.3% |
| Oman | $41K | 1.2% |
| Eswatini | $20K | 0.6% |
| South Africa | $15K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $11K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.21 per kg, 98% below the world average of $50.27, 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.
Women's dresses (other materials) exports from Tanzania
Tanzania exported $400 thousand of women's dresses (other materials) in 2024 (105 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Malawi accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malawi | $226K | 56% |
| United Arab Emirates | $100K | 25% |
| Uganda | $35K | 8.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $12K | 3.1% |
| Kuwait | $10K | 2.4% |
| Namibia | $6K | 1.5% |
| United States | $4K | 0.9% |
| Burundi | $3K | 0.7% |
| France | $2K | 0.4% |
| Comoros | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania women's dresses (other materials) imports (HS 6204.49): 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 6204.49: Dresses: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.4 (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of women's dresses (other materials) imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported women's dresses (other materials) worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply women's dresses (other materials) to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by India (7%) and the United Arab Emirates (5%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Eswatini grew fastest among the top ten, up 150% on the year.
What is the average import price of women's dresses (other materials) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.21 per kg in 2024, 98% below the world average of $50.27 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of women's dresses (other materials) to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 35%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export women's dresses (other materials)?
Yes. Tanzania exported $400 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malawi, the United Arab Emirates and Uganda. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for women's dresses (other materials)?
The HS code for women's dresses (other materials) is subheading 6204.49. It sits in HS chapter 62 (apparel and clothing accessories; not knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6204 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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