Canned tomatoes imports in Cameroon: data, top suppliers and prices
Cameroon imported $13.6 million of canned tomatoes in 2024 (13.5 thousand tonnes). That is 207% more than in 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 | $13.6M | 13.5K t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $4.1M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $4.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $4.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2018 | $6.8M | 9.2K t |
| 2017 | $10.6M | 13.7K t |
Where Cameroon imports canned tomatoes from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+256% on the year before).
Product types under HS 2002
| 2002.90 | Tomato paste | 99% |
| 2002.10 | Vegetable preparations: tomatoes, whole or in pieces, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid | 1.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2002.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.01 per kg, 27% below the world average of $1.38, 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.
Canned tomatoes exports from Cameroon
Cameroon exported $300 thousand of canned tomatoes in 2024. Central African Republic alone took 100% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Central African Republic grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Central African Republic | $300K | 100% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cameroon?
The shipment records behind Cameroon canned tomatoes imports (HS 2002): 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 2002: Tomatoes; prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid.
Common questions
What is the value of canned tomatoes imported by Cameroon?
Cameroon imported canned tomatoes worth $13.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 207% on 2023.
Which countries supply canned tomatoes to Cameroon?
China was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($13.3 million), followed by Italy (1%) and France (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 950% on the year.
What is the average import price of canned tomatoes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.01 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $1.38 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of canned tomatoes to Cameroon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.6 million in 2017 to $13.6 million in 2024, an increase of 27%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.5 million a year.
Does Cameroon also export canned tomatoes?
Yes. Cameroon exported $300 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Central African Republic and Canada. On balance Cameroon is a net importer of this product, by about $13.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for canned tomatoes?
The HS code for canned tomatoes is heading 2002. In Cameroon the largest six-digit codes were 2002.90 (99% of the value) and 2002.10 (1%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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