Bulk washing concentrate imports in Cameroon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Cameroon imported bulk washing concentrate worth $7.3 million (7.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 18% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average.
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 | $7.3M | 7.8K t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $6.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $5.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $3.3M | 945 t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 751 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 813 t |
Where Cameroon imports bulk washing concentrate from
China alone supplied 54% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+116% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.9M | 54% |
| Belgium | $1.7M | 24% |
| France | $572K | 7.9% |
| Germany | $203K | 2.8% |
| South Africa | $193K | 2.7% |
| India | $114K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $110K | 1.5% |
| Ireland | $72K | 1% |
| Italy | $64K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $55K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.94 per kg, 59% below the world average of $2.31, 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.
Bulk washing concentrate exports from Cameroon
Exports of bulk washing concentrate by Cameroon reached $288 thousand in 2024 (649 tonnes). Central African Republic alone took 99% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Central African Republic | $284K | 99% |
| Angola | $4K | 1.4% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cameroon?
The shipment records behind Cameroon bulk washing concentrate imports (HS 3402.90): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 3402.90: Washing and cleaning preparations: surface-active, whether or not containing soap (excluding those of heading no. 3401), including auxiliary washing preparations, not for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of bulk washing concentrate imported by Cameroon?
Cameroon imported bulk washing concentrate worth $7.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 118th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply bulk washing concentrate to Cameroon?
China was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($3.9 million), followed by Belgium (24%) and France (8%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 330% on the year.
What is the average import price of bulk washing concentrate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.94 per kg in 2024, 59% below the world average of $2.31 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of bulk washing concentrate to Cameroon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $7.3 million in 2024, an increase of 240%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
Does Cameroon also export bulk washing concentrate?
Yes. Cameroon exported $288 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Central African Republic, Angola and France. On balance Cameroon is a net importer of this product, by about $7.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for bulk washing concentrate?
The HS code for bulk washing concentrate is subheading 3402.90. It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Cameroon. Tell us your product to see it live.
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