Who buys vitrified & ceramic tiles in Dar es Salaam
Buyer sectors in Dar es Salaam relevant to vitrified & ceramic tiles: construction steel/cement inputs.
- Trade hub: Kariakoo market (East Africa's major wholesale hub), Port of Dar es Salaam, Nyerere Rd / Chang'ombe & Mikocheni industrial areas, Benjamin Mkapa SEZ (Mabibo), Kurasini ICDs, Export Processing Zones Authority (EPZA) zones, Ilala market
Buyer-sector notes are our market assessment; wholesale market names are checked where marked in our data.
Vitrified & Ceramic Tiles for Dar es Salaam buyers: typical specification
| Parameter | Typical export value |
|---|---|
| Water absorption | ≤ 0.5% for vitrified/porcelain (ISO 13006 Group BIa); 10-20% for ceramic wall tiles (typical) |
| Sizes | 600x600, 600x1200, 800x800, 800x1600, 1200x2400 mm; wall 300x450, 300x600 (typical) |
| Thickness | 8-9 mm (600x600), 9-15 mm slabs, 20 mm outdoor (typical) |
| Modulus of rupture | ≥ 35 N/mm² for BIa (ISO 13006, typical) |
| Finish | Glossy, satin, matt, carving, sugar/lappato, anti-slip R10-R11 (typical) |
Agreed per contract and confirmed by lab report or pre-shipment inspection.
Frequently asked questions
Where are the wholesale markets for imported food and goods in Dar es Salaam?
Kariakoo market (East Africa's major wholesale hub), Port of Dar es Salaam, Nyerere Rd / Chang'ombe & Mikocheni industrial areas, Benjamin Mkapa SEZ (Mabibo), Kurasini ICDs, Export Processing Zones Authority (EPZA) zones, Ilala market.
Can you deliver vitrified & ceramic tiles door-to-door in Dar es Salaam?
Yes on DAP terms through partner forwarders, provided the importer of record in Tanzania handles customs clearance.
What is the difference between vitrified and ceramic tiles?
Vitrified/porcelain tiles have water absorption of 0.5% or less, so they are dense and strong for floors. Ceramic wall tiles are more porous and lighter.
Do EU anti-dumping duties apply?
Yes. Indian ceramic tiles carry producer-specific EU anti-dumping duties, so the rate depends on the factory.
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Vitrified & Ceramic Tiles for Dar es Salaam: request a quote
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