The import of paper handkerchiefs, cleansing, facial tissues, and towels to Tanzania exhibited significant fluctuations from 2013 to 2023, with the value standing at $668.33 thousand in 2023. Early years saw substantial growth rates, peaking in 2014 with a 64.08% year-on-year increase. However, subsequent years were marked by inconsistency, including notable dips in 2015 and 2018. More recently, the period from 2022 to 2023 showed a mild growth of 1.46%. The past five-year CAGR up to 2023 was 4.67%, indicating gradual recovery and stabilization in import values.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of local production initiatives, the influence of evolving economic policies, and changing consumer preferences for sustainable products, which may either bolster or curb import demands. These factors will be crucial for predicting long-term import sustainability and growth.