Analytical instruments imports in Cameroon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of analytical instruments by Cameroon reached $10.3 million in 2024 (248 tonnes). Value rose 8% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10.3M | 248 t |
| 2023 | $9.5M | 207 t |
| 2022 | $7.2M | 130 t |
| 2021 | $8.3M | 146 t |
| 2020 | $5.6M | 122 t |
| 2019 | $6.9M | 179 t |
| 2018 | $6.1M | 317 t |
| 2017 | $8.1M | 332 t |
Where Cameroon imports analytical instruments from
The largest suppliers were Germany (23%), France (21%), Spain (11%). Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.4M | 23% |
| France | $2.2M | 21% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 11% |
| China | $792K | 7.7% |
| Denmark | $609K | 5.9% |
| Sweden | $514K | 5% |
| Italy | $453K | 4.4% |
| Switzerland | $451K | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | $373K | 3.6% |
| Austria | $243K | 2.4% |
Product types under HS 9027
| 9027.80 | Material property analyzers | 31% |
| 9027.50 | Optical radiation detector | 30% |
| 9027.90 | Microtomes | 27% |
| 9027.30 | Spectrometers | 5.7% |
| 9027.10 | Gas analysis equipment | 4.1% |
| 9027.20 | Chromatography equipment | 2.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9027.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $41.45 per kg, 81% below the world average of $222.98, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Analytical instruments exports from Cameroon
In 2024, Cameroon exported analytical instruments worth $256 thousand (8 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 59% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $151K | 59% |
| Indonesia | $54K | 21% |
| Senegal | $10K | 3.7% |
| United States | $8K | 3% |
| Germany | $6K | 2.4% |
| France | $6K | 2.3% |
| Angola | $6K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 2.1% |
| Nigeria | $3K | 1.3% |
| Morocco | $3K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cameroon?
The shipment records behind Cameroon analytical instruments imports (HS 9027): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 9027: Instruments and apparatus; for physical or chemical analysis (e.g. polarimeters, spectrometers), for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, etc, for measuring quantities of heat, sound or light.
Common questions
What is the value of analytical instruments imported by Cameroon?
Cameroon imported analytical instruments worth $10.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 248 tonnes. That ranks it 119th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply analytical instruments to Cameroon?
Germany was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by France (21%) and Spain (11%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 354% on the year.
What is the average import price of analytical instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $41.45 per kg in 2024, 81% below the world average of $222.98 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of analytical instruments to Cameroon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.1 million in 2017 to $10.3 million in 2024, an increase of 28%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.8 million a year.
Does Cameroon also export analytical instruments?
Yes. Cameroon exported $256 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Indonesia and Senegal. On balance Cameroon is a net importer of this product, by about $10.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for analytical instruments?
The HS code for analytical instruments is heading 9027. In Cameroon the largest six-digit codes were 9027.80 (31% of the value) and 9027.50 (30%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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