Key Market Indicators
Tanzanian imports of silica sand are expected to reach almost 4 million kilograms by 2026, up from 3.4 million kilograms in 2021. This represents an average annual increase of 2.6% since 2000. In 2021, Tanzania ranked 68th among countries importing silica sand, with Ukraine taking the lead at 3.4 million kilograms. Slovenia, Singapore and Belgium were the next three biggest importers. Exports of Tanzanian silica sand are projected to reach over 4.2 million kilograms by 2026, up from 3.7 million kilograms in 2021. This represents an average annual decrease of 18.8% since 2007. In 2021, Tanzania was in 49th place as an exporter of silica sand, with New Zealand leading the way at 3.7 million kilograms. The United States, Belgium and Germany followed in the rankings.
