Women's knit clothing imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Tanzania imported $18.4 million of women's knit clothing in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). That is 31% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $85.8 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 | $18.4M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $26.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $35.9M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $85.8M | 3.6K t |
| 2020 | $59.4M | 2.8K t |
| 2019 | $40.5M | 4.1K t |
| 2018 | $26.5M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $29.4M | 1.7K t |
Where Tanzania imports women's knit clothing from
China alone supplied 92% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $16.8M | 92% |
| Turkey | $1.1M | 5.7% |
| South Africa | $126K | 0.7% |
| India | $105K | 0.6% |
| Indonesia | $43K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $32K | 0.2% |
| Eswatini | $25K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $23K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $21K | 0.1% |
| Madagascar | $17K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 6104
| 6104.63 | Women's synthetic knit trousers | 27% |
| 6104.53 | Women's synthetic knit skirt | 15% |
| 6104.62 | Women's cotton knit trousers | 11% |
| 6104.43 | Women's synthetic knit dress | 9.3% |
| 6104.33 | Women's synthetic knit jacket | 9% |
| 6104.32 | Women's cotton knit jacket | 6.7% |
| 6104.42 | Women's cotton knit dress | 5.2% |
| 6104.22 | Women's cotton knit ensemble | 4.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6104.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.20 per kg, 72% below the world average of $21.93, 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 knit clothing exports from Tanzania
Tanzania exported $2.1 million of women's knit clothing in 2024 (161 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+291% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.6M | 77% |
| South Africa | $225K | 11% |
| Canada | $144K | 6.8% |
| France | $82K | 3.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $19K | 0.9% |
| China | $6K | 0.3% |
| Malawi | $2K | 0.1% |
| Zambia | $2K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $2K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania women's knit clothing imports (HS 6104): 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 6104: Suits, ensembles, jackets, dresses, skirts, divided skirts, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (not swimwear), women's or girls', knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of women's knit clothing imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported women's knit clothing worth $18.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 95th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply women's knit clothing to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($16.8 million), followed by Turkey (6%) and South Africa (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. Madagascar grew fastest among the top ten, up 48% on the year.
What is the average import price of women's knit clothing per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.20 per kg in 2024, 72% below the world average of $21.93 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 knit clothing to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $29.4 million in 2017 to $18.4 million in 2024, a fall of 37%. The peak was 2021 at $85.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $40.3 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export women's knit clothing?
Yes. Tanzania exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, South Africa and Canada. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $16.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for women's knit clothing?
The HS code for women's knit clothing is heading 6104. In Tanzania the largest six-digit codes were 6104.63 (26% of the value) and 6104.53 (15%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Tanzania reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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