Electronics parts imports in Cameroon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Cameroon imported electronics parts worth $4.4 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 40% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $7.9 million.
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 | $4.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $7.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $7.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $4.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 702 t |
Where Cameroon imports electronics parts from
China alone supplied 80% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.5M | 80% |
| France | $306K | 7% |
| Israel | $146K | 3.3% |
| Singapore | $124K | 2.8% |
| South Africa | $85K | 2% |
| Norway | $52K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $28K | 0.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $26K | 0.6% |
| United States | $23K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $21K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 8529
| 8529.10 | Aerials and antenna | 58% |
| 8529.90 | Reception and transmission apparatus: for use with the apparatus of heading no. 8525 to 8528, excluding aerials and aerial reflectors | 42% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8529.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.84 per kg, 96% below the world average of $66.52, 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.
Electronics parts exports from Cameroon
Cameroon exported $355 thousand of electronics parts in 2024 (3 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Korea accounted for 76% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+173% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $270K | 76% |
| Denmark | $63K | 18% |
| United States | $18K | 5.1% |
| France | $2K | 0.5% |
| Ireland | $1K | 0.4% |
| Canada | $0K | 0.1% |
| Norway | $0K | 0% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cameroon?
The shipment records behind Cameroon electronics parts imports (HS 8529): 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 8529: Transmission apparatus; parts suitable for use solely or principally with the apparatus of heading no. 8524 to 8528.
Common questions
What is the value of electronics parts imported by Cameroon?
Cameroon imported electronics parts worth $4.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 105th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply electronics parts to Cameroon?
China was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by France (7%) and Israel (3%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 437% on the year.
What is the average import price of electronics parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.84 per kg in 2024, 96% below the world average of $66.52 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of electronics parts to Cameroon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $4.4 million in 2024, an increase of 42%. The peak was 2020 at $7.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
Does Cameroon also export electronics parts?
Yes. Cameroon exported $355 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Korea, Denmark and the United States. On balance Cameroon is a net importer of this product, by about $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for electronics parts?
The HS code for electronics parts is heading 8529. In Cameroon the largest six-digit codes were 8529.10 (58% of the value) and 8529.90 (42%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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