Flour preparations (other) imports in Cameroon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of flour preparations (other) by Cameroon reached $25.7 million in 2024 (19.8 thousand tonnes). That is 6% less 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 | $25.7M | 19.8K t |
| 2023 | $27.3M | 21.1K t |
| 2022 | $20.2M | 17.0K t |
| 2021 | $14.5M | 15.5K t |
| 2020 | $23.8M | 22.6K t |
| 2019 | $19.3M | 21.9K t |
| 2018 | $28.5M | 30.0K t |
| 2017 | $18.4M | 19.9K t |
Where Cameroon imports flour preparations (other) from
One supplier dominates: Malaysia accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+906% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $15.7M | 61% |
| Ireland | $2.7M | 11% |
| United States | $2.2M | 8.4% |
| Belgium | $1.2M | 4.8% |
| Netherlands | $1.2M | 4.8% |
| Poland | $871K | 3.4% |
| Turkey | $567K | 2.2% |
| New Zealand | $333K | 1.3% |
| France | $208K | 0.8% |
| Uruguay | $179K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.30 per kg, 49% below the world average of $2.54, 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.
Flour preparations (other) exports from Cameroon
In 2024, Cameroon exported flour preparations (other) worth $446 thousand (197 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Switzerland accounted for 90% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $401K | 90% |
| Belgium | $30K | 6.8% |
| France | $7K | 1.7% |
| Finland | $3K | 0.7% |
| United States | $3K | 0.6% |
| Central African Republic | $1K | 0.3% |
| Norway | $0K | 0% |
| Bahrain | $0K | 0% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cameroon?
The shipment records behind Cameroon flour preparations (other) imports (HS 1901.90): 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 1901.90: Food preparations: of flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products, for uses n.e.c. in heading no. 1901.
Common questions
What is the value of flour preparations (other) imported by Cameroon?
Cameroon imported flour preparations (other) worth $25.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply flour preparations (other) to Cameroon?
Malaysia was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($15.7 million), followed by Ireland (11%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 906% on the year.
What is the average import price of flour preparations (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.30 per kg in 2024, 49% below the world average of $2.54 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of flour preparations (other) to Cameroon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.4 million in 2017 to $25.7 million in 2024, an increase of 39%. The peak was 2018 at $28.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.2 million a year.
Does Cameroon also export flour preparations (other)?
Yes. Cameroon exported $446 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Switzerland, Belgium and France. On balance Cameroon is a net importer of this product, by about $25.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for flour preparations (other)?
The HS code for flour preparations (other) is subheading 1901.90. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1901 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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