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Trusted Global Gateway to Tanzanian Wealth

Direct from Tanzania to Your Port

Raw Cashew Nuts · Bulk Tea · Grains · Minerals · Spices · Coffee · Sesame · Pulses — FOB Dar es Salaam

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BRELA Certified

Registered with Business Registrations & Licensing Agency

TRA Compliant

Tanzania Revenue Authority tax compliant & TIN registered

LC Ready

Confirmed bank facility for Letter of Credit transactions

Tanzanian Origin

Certificate of Origin on every shipment

Our Export Book

40+ Tanzanian Commodities

Grains, pulses, oilseeds, spices, beverages, precious metals, and precious & semi-precious gemstones — sourced from origin and shipped FOB Dar es Salaam.

MaizeGrains

Maize

  • Grade 1
  • Moisture max 13.5%
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HibiscusIndustrial Crops

Hibiscus

  • Dried Flowers
  • Deep Red
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SorghumGrains

Sorghum

  • White / Red
  • Moisture max 12%
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RiceGrains

Rice

  • Long Grain
  • 5% Broken
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SoybeansPulses

Soybeans

  • Grade 1
  • Protein min 36%
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ChickpeasPulses

Chickpeas

  • Kabuli / Desi
  • 8-9mm
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GroundnutsPulses

Groundnuts

  • 40/50 Count
  • Aflatoxin tested
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Common BeansPulses

Common Beans

  • Red / White Kidney
  • Crop fresh
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CowpeasPulses

Cowpeas

  • Black Eye
  • Moisture max 13%
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Pigeon PeasPulses

Pigeon Peas

  • Grade A
  • Moisture max 12%
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Mung BeansPulses

Mung Beans

  • Premium
  • 3.5mm+
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Yellow BeansPulses

Yellow Beans

  • Grade A
  • Crop fresh
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Sesame SeedsOilseeds

Sesame Seeds

  • Sortex 99.5%
  • Oil min 50%
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Rice BranOilseeds

Rice Bran

  • Oil min 14%
  • Animal feed grade
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CardamomSpices

Cardamom

  • Bold Green
  • 7-8mm
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ClovesSpices

Cloves

  • Grade A
  • Hand-picked
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GingerSpices

Ginger

  • Dried / Fresh
  • Oil min 2%
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Black PepperSpices

Black Pepper

  • 550 G/L
  • Bold
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Bird's Eye ChilliesSpices

Bird's Eye Chillies

  • Dried
  • SHU 50,000+
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Raw Cashew NutsNuts

Raw Cashew Nuts

  • Outturn 48-52 lbs
  • In-shell (RCN)
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Cashew KernelsNuts

Cashew Kernels

  • W180 - W450 grades
  • Vacuum / gas-flushed
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CoffeeBeverages

Coffee

  • Arabica AA
  • Screen 18
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CocoaBeverages

Cocoa

  • Fermented
  • Fine flavour
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SeaweedMarine

Seaweed

  • Cottonii / Spinosum
  • Dried
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HoneyNatural

Honey

  • Raw / Organic
  • Moisture max 18%
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AvocadosFresh Produce

Avocados

  • Hass / Fuerte
  • Calibre 12-30
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Industrial MineralsMinerals

Industrial Minerals

  • Gypsum / Graphite
  • Bulk
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TobaccoIndustrial Crops

Tobacco

  • Flue-cured / Burley
  • Lamina
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GoldPrecious Metals

Gold

  • 90-99.9% purity
  • Dore to refined
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TanzanitePrecious Gemstones

Tanzanite

  • AAA / AA / A / B
  • Merelani exclusive
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RubyPrecious Gemstones

Ruby

  • Hardness 9 Mohs
  • Heat treated
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SapphirePrecious Gemstones

Sapphire

  • Hardness 9 Mohs
  • Multiple colors
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TsavoritePrecious Gemstones

Tsavorite

  • Hardness 6.5-7.5 Mohs
  • Untreated
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SpinelPrecious Gemstones

Spinel

  • Hardness 8 Mohs
  • Untreated
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TourmalineSemi-Precious Gemstones

Tourmaline

  • Hardness 7-7.5 Mohs
  • Untreated
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AquamarineSemi-Precious Gemstones

Aquamarine

  • Hardness 7.5-8 Mohs
  • Heat treated
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EmeraldPrecious Gemstones

Emerald

  • Hardness 7.5-8 Mohs
  • Oil/resin filled
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GarnetSemi-Precious Gemstones

Garnet

  • Hardness 6.5-7.5 Mohs
  • Untreated
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MoonstoneSemi-Precious Gemstones

Moonstone

  • Hardness 6 Mohs
  • Untreated
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TopazSemi-Precious Gemstones

Topaz

  • Hardness 8 Mohs
  • Heat treated
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AmethystSemi-Precious Gemstones

Amethyst

  • Hardness 7 Mohs
  • Heat treated
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CitrineSemi-Precious Gemstones

Citrine

  • Hardness 7 Mohs
  • Heat treated
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Harvest Cycles

Seasonality Calendar

Plan your procurement around Tanzanian harvest windows.

IN SEASON NOW — JUNE 2026

Coffee, Avocados, Tea, Ginger, Bird's Eye Chillies, Common Beans

IN SEASONAvailableComing SoonOff Season
CommodityJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecStatus
MaizeIN SEASON
RiceIN SEASON
SoybeansIN SEASON
GroundnutsIN SEASON
Common BeansIN SEASON
Yellow BeansIN SEASON
Rice BranIN SEASON
GingerIN SEASON
Bird's Eye ChilliesIN SEASON
Cashew KernelsIN SEASON
CoffeeIN SEASON
TeaIN SEASON
AvocadosIN SEASON
Industrial MineralsIN SEASON
GoldIN SEASON
TanzaniteIN SEASON

Global Export Reach

Tanzanian Export Destinations

Where Tanzanian agricultural commodities ship today, based on national trade data.

  • India
    40%
  • Vietnam
    25%
  • UAE
    15%
  • Kenya
    12%
  • China
    8%

Full transparency: Nexus Mercantile Commodities Limited is a newly established export company. Tanzania itself has $3.54 billion in agricultural exports and 51.9% year-over-year growth (2023/24). The destination shares above reflect national data, not company-specific volumes.

Source: Tanzania Trade Authority (TanTrade) 2024 data.

Live Allocation Tracker

Available Tonnage & Lead Times

Real-time visibility into our commodity allocation book.

CommodityAvailable (MT)Lead TimeStatus
Maize5,000 MT7 daysHigh Demand
Cashew2,400 MT14 daysAllocating
Tea1,800 MT10 daysAvailable
Pigeon Peas1,200 MT10 daysAvailable
Mung Beans800 MT10 daysLimited
Sesame500 MT14 daysPremium

Last updated: June 2026 · Allocations move quickly. Submit an RFQ to confirm and reserve.

Market Intelligence

Port & Commodity Insights

Operational and market signals that shape your sourcing decisions.

Port Congestion

7

Days average dwell time

+15%

Capacity increase (2024)

Dar es Salaam Port continues to invest in throughput capacity, keeping dwell times competitive for bulk and containerised agricultural exports.

Hot Commodities

  • Cashew+9.5% YoY global demand growth
  • SesameStrong demand from Turkey & Japan
  • CoffeeSpecialty premiums increasing

Market Insights

From the Nexus Desk

Commentary on Tanzanian commodity markets, grades and global demand.

Market Trends

Cashew Nut Prices: Global Demand Up 9.5% in 2024

Global cashew consumption climbed 9.5% year-on-year in 2024, tightening supply and lifting FOB prices for KOR 48-52 grade kernels out of East Africa.

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Trade Policy

Tanzania's New Export Markets: USA, Japan, China

Diversification away from traditional buyers is accelerating as Tanzanian exporters secure new demand corridors in North America and East Asia.

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Product Guide

Tea Grades Explained: CTC vs Orthodox for Blending

Understanding the difference between CTC PF1 and orthodox leaf grades is essential for blenders sourcing bulk Tanzanian black tea.

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Market Trends

Tanzania Maize Export Prices 2026: Buyer Outlook

A buyer-focused outlook on Tanzanian maize availability, quality specifications, seasonal pricing drivers and FOB Dar es Salaam procurement.

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Market Trends

Cashew Nut Prices in Tanzania: What Global Buyers Should Know

Understand KOR, nut count, moisture, harvest timing and the main factors influencing Tanzanian raw cashew nut export quotations.

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Product Guide

Tanzania Coffee Export Guide for International Buyers

A practical guide to Tanzanian Arabica and Robusta origins, grades, processing methods, quality documents and export logistics.

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Buyer Guide

How to Import Commodities from Tanzania

Follow the sourcing process from supplier due diligence and RFQ through inspection, export documentation and delivery at the port of loading.

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Trade Terms

FOB vs CIF Explained for Commodity Buyers

Compare cost, risk and control under FOB and CIF Incoterms and decide which structure fits your commodity import operation.

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Why Nexus

The Nexus Advantage

What sets us apart as your sourcing partner in Tanzania.

24-Hour RFQ Response

Every Request for Quotation receives a Proforma Invoice within one business day, guaranteed.

Full Compliance Package

BRELA, TIN, tax clearance, phytosanitary and certificate of origin documentation included.

Source-to-Port Control

We manage the chain from farm-gate sourcing to container loading at Dar es Salaam port.

Live Allocation Tracking

Transparent visibility of available tonnage and lead times across our commodity book.

Buyer Verification Pack

Company registration, bank references and documentary proof provided on request.

How It Works

The 8-Step Buying Process

A clear, documented path from your first enquiry to goods on the water.

  1. 1

    Submit RFQ / ICPO

    Send your requirements or Irrevocable Corporate Purchase Order through our RFQ form.

    Submit RFQ / ICPO →
  2. 2

    24-Hour Response

    Receive a Proforma Invoice with FOB pricing and terms within 24 hours.

  3. 3

    Contract Agreement & Signing

    Review and sign the sales contract covering quality, quantity and delivery terms.

  4. 4

    Payment (as agreed)

    Settle via TT or LC according to the agreed payment terms.

  5. 5

    Sourcing & Quality Verification

    We source from vetted farmers and cooperatives and verify quality at origin.

  6. 6

    Quality Inspection (Buyer option)

    Optional third-party SGS / Bureau Veritas inspection before loading.

  7. 7

    Container Stuffing & Shipment

    Goods are stuffed, sealed and shipped FOB Dar es Salaam with full documentation.

  8. 8

    Final Payment (if deposit)

    Balance settled against Bill of Lading and shipping documents.

Payment Terms

Flexible, Secure Payment Options

We work with internationally recognised payment instruments to protect both parties.

Accepted payment methods and availability
Payment MethodAvailability
TT 100% upfrontAvailable
TT 50% deposit, 50% on B/LAvailable
LC at sightCase by case

Trust & Credibility

Documented, Compliant, Verifiable

Every claim backed by official Tanzanian documentation.

Verified Documentation

Official registration and compliance documents available to verified buyers.

LC Ready — Confirmed Bank Facility

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

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Our operations are based at the gateway port of East Africa.

Ready to Secure Your Commodity Allocation?

Submit your RFQ today and receive a detailed Proforma Invoice within 24 hours. No obligation, full transparency, FOB Dar es Salaam.

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