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Car Parts Export from UAE to Tanzania — TBS, TRA & Shipping Guide

Car Parts Export UAE to Tanzania | TBS, TRA & Shipping Guide

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By FindMyParto · Sharjah Industrial Area 3 · Updated October 2026 · 10 min read

Exporting Car Parts from UAE to Tanzania

  1. Source from a verified UAE supplier with a commercial invoice carrying exact descriptions and HS codes
  2. Check TBS whether a PVoC Certificate of Conformity is needed for your consignment
  3. Book sea freight to Dar es Salaam, about 8–14 days in transit
  4. Clear with TRA through a licensed Tanzanian clearing agent
  5. Budget for tax: used spare parts carry a 25% excise duty on top of duty and VAT

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Tanzania is East Africa's gateway for a large share of regional trade, and Dar es Salaam is the port through which most imported vehicle parts arrive. For UAE exporters the corridor is short and well established, but the tax and conformity rules differ from the neighbouring markets. This guide covers what is specific to Tanzania: the Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS), the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA), and the excise duty on used spare parts that catches many first-time importers. It does not repeat the Kenya process in our Kenya import guide or the landlocked routing in our Uganda HiLux engine guide. It is written for buyers working with FindMyParto and the verified suppliers of Sharjah Industrial Area 3.

What Is Specific to Tanzania

TBS and PVoC

Consignments covered by the Tanzania Bureau of Standards PVoC programme need a Certificate of Conformity issued before shipment. Cargo that arrives without one risks rejection or penalties. Used motor vehicle spare parts fall under TBS oversight.

Excise on Used Spare Parts

The TRA's 2025/26 Taxes and Duties at a Glance lists a 25% excise duty on imported used spare parts for motor vehicles. New parts are not subject to this used-parts excise. It sits on top of import duty and VAT.

EAC Common External Tariff

As an East African Community member, Tanzania applies the Common External Tariff to goods from outside the bloc, with the rate set by the HS code of the part.

Confirm the PVoC position for UAE-origin goods. TBS has named an inspection agent for Japan-origin used consignments. Ask TBS, or your clearing agent, which inspection body applies to UAE-origin parts and whether your consignment is covered before you ship. Age rules for complete used vehicles are separate from the treatment of spare parts.

Step-by-Step Process

  1. Appoint a licensed Tanzanian clearing agent and agree the HS code, condition (new or used) and expected tax bill.
  2. Check TBS conformity. Establish whether a PVoC certificate is required and which body issues it for UAE-origin goods.
  3. Source and verify. Request quotes through FindMyParto; for used units, apply our used engine inspection guide.
  4. Prepare the paperwork. Commercial invoice with exact descriptions and HS codes, packing list and certificate of origin from the supplier.
  5. Obtain the conformity certificate before loading, if required.
  6. Book freight. Sea freight from Jebel Ali or Sharjah to Dar es Salaam, with cargo insurance.
  7. Declare and clear. Your agent lodges the declaration with the TRA, pays the assessed taxes, and arranges release and inland delivery.

Cost Structure

Cost lineHow it is setNew partsUsed parts
Import dutyEAC CET, by HS codeAppliesApplies
Excise duty25% on imported used spare partsNot applicableApplies
VATStandard rate on the taxable valueAppliesApplies
Other leviesAs assessed by the TRA, for example the Railway Development LevyAppliesApplies
Freight, clearing and conformity feesTypically AED 400–1,000 sea freight per consignment, plus agent and inspection feesAppliesApplies

Rates are set by the Finance Act and can change. Ask your clearing agent for a written estimate, including how the 25% excise is calculated, before committing to a used-parts shipment. For many buyers, a new or aftermarket unit costs less overall once the used-parts excise is included.

Documents You Need

  • Commercial invoice with exact descriptions, quantities, values and HS codes.
  • Packing list with weights and dimensions.
  • Certificate of origin for valuation and duty assessment.
  • Bill of lading or air waybill.
  • TBS Certificate of Conformity where PVoC applies.
  • TRA customs declaration, lodged by your clearing agent through the electronic systems.

Every FindMyParto export from Sharjah Industrial Area 3 includes the commercial invoice, packing list and certificate of origin.

Shipping and Transit

MethodTransitBest for
Sea freight to Dar es Salaam8 – 14 daysEngines, gearboxes, consolidated parts orders
Air freightFastest optionSmall, high-value items such as ECUs and turbochargers

Dar es Salaam is also used as a route for goods continuing to landlocked neighbours. If your parts are destined beyond Tanzania, ask your agent about transit procedures and bonds before booking, since the rules differ from clearing for home use. Compare with the Mombasa route in our Uganda guide, and see the wider picture in our used Toyota engine export hub.

What to Ship from Sharjah

The commonly requested categories from Sharjah Industrial Area 3 include engines and gearboxes for pickups and SUVs (see our HiLux engine and gearbox pages), plus transfer cases, differentials, CV joints and driveshafts and suspension parts. Decide between new and used after you have the excise figure from your agent; our OEM vs aftermarket guide helps you choose new-part brands.

Common Mistakes on Tanzania-Bound Shipments

Ignoring the 25% used-parts excise

It can change which option is cheapest. Get a written tax estimate first.

Skipping the TBS check

Cargo without a required Certificate of Conformity risks rejection or penalties.

Vague invoice descriptions

State the exact part, condition and HS code. Condition decides whether excise applies.

Mixing up home-use and transit clearance

Goods continuing to another country follow different procedures from goods staying in Tanzania.

Exporting Through FindMyParto — Sharjah Industrial Area 3

FindMyParto is based in Sharjah Industrial Area 3 and connects East African buyers with verified suppliers. Tell us the destination is Tanzania and whether you want new or used units, and suppliers respond with options and the export documents your clearing agent needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Car Parts Export UAE to Tanzania

How do I export car parts from UAE to Tanzania?

Source with a detailed invoice, check TBS conformity, ship by sea to Dar es Salaam (about 8–14 days) and have a licensed clearing agent clear with the TRA. FindMyParto suppliers in Sharjah Industrial Area 3 supply the export documents.

Is there extra tax on used spare parts in Tanzania?

Yes. The TRA's 2025/26 Taxes and Duties at a Glance lists a 25% excise duty on imported used spare parts. New parts are not subject to it. Confirm the current rate with your agent.

Do car parts need a PVoC certificate?

Consignments covered by TBS's PVoC programme need a Certificate of Conformity before shipment. Confirm the requirement and the inspection body for UAE-origin goods before you ship.

How long does shipping take?

Sea freight to Dar es Salaam takes about 8–14 days. Air freight is quicker for small, high-value items.

Does FindMyParto export to Tanzania?

Yes, from Sharjah Industrial Area 3, with invoice, packing list and certificate of origin on every shipment.

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