Sawn hardwood boards (other) exports from Cameroon: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Cameroon exported sawn hardwood boards (other) worth $6.8 million (7.9 thousand tonnes). Value fell 93% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $100.0 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.8M | 7.9K t |
| 2023 | $94.2M | 86.0K t |
| 2022 | $43.5M | 36.9K t |
| 2021 | $70.6M | 65.3K t |
| 2020 | $70.8M | 68.7K t |
| 2019 | $100.0M | 98.2K t |
| 2018 | $53.2M | 52.3K t |
| 2017 | $14.1M | 16.1K t |
Where Cameroon exports sawn hardwood boards (other) to
The largest buyer markets were Dominican Republic (20%), India (16%), Taiwan (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Senegal grew fastest (+983% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | $1.3M | 20% |
| India | $1.1M | 16% |
| Taiwan | $805K | 12% |
| Senegal | $721K | 11% |
| Indonesia | $507K | 7.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $398K | 5.9% |
| Thailand | $277K | 4.1% |
| China | $212K | 3.1% |
| Moldova | $184K | 2.7% |
| Lebanon | $168K | 2.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.86 per kg, 28% above the world average of $0.67. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Cameroon sawn hardwood boards (other) exports (HS 4407.99): 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 4407.99: Wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407.
Common questions
What is the value of sawn hardwood boards (other) exported by Cameroon?
Cameroon exported sawn hardwood boards (other) worth $6.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 142 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 93% on 2023.
Which countries buy sawn hardwood boards (other) from Cameroon?
The Dominican Republic was the largest buyer with 20% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by India (16%) and Taiwan (12%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 32 buyer countries in total. Senegal grew fastest among the top ten, up 983% on the year.
What is the average export price of sawn hardwood boards (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.86 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $0.67 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of sawn hardwood boards (other) from Cameroon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $14.1 million in 2017 to $6.8 million in 2024, a fall of 52%. The peak was 2019 at $100.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $56.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for sawn hardwood boards (other)?
The HS code for sawn hardwood boards (other) is subheading 4407.99. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4407 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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