Ignition system imports in Cameroon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Cameroon imported ignition system worth $2.8 million (395 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $2.8M | 395 t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 237 t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 462 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 387 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 923 t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 270 t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 143 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 63 t |
Where Cameroon imports ignition system from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+69% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.2M | 80% |
| United States | $195K | 7% |
| France | $74K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $59K | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $52K | 1.9% |
| Canada | $41K | 1.5% |
| South Africa | $27K | 1% |
| Germany | $26K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $18K | 0.7% |
| India | $13K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 8511
| 8511.10 | Spark plugs | 30% |
| 8511.30 | Ignition coils and distributors | 28% |
| 8511.40 | Starter motors | 18% |
| 8511.80 | Engine electrical components | 15% |
| 8511.50 | Engine alternators and generators | 4.8% |
| 8511.90 | Ignition system parts | 4.2% |
| 8511.20 | Ignition magnetos and flywheels | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8511.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.06 per kg, 60% below the world average of $17.60, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Cameroon?
The shipment records behind Cameroon ignition system imports (HS 8511): 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 8511: Ignition or starting equipment; used for spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines; generators and cut outs used in conjunction with such engines.
Common questions
What is the value of ignition system imported by Cameroon?
Cameroon imported ignition system worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 395 tonnes. That ranks it 126th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply ignition system to Cameroon?
China was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by the United States (7%) and France (3%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 96% on the year.
What is the average import price of ignition system per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.06 per kg in 2024, 60% below the world average of $17.60 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ignition system to Cameroon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, an increase of 96%. The peak was 2020 at $3.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for ignition system?
The HS code for ignition system is heading 8511. In Cameroon the largest six-digit codes were 8511.10 (30% of the value) and 8511.30 (28%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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