Sawn tropical wood (other species) exports from Cameroon: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Cameroon exported sawn tropical wood (other species) worth $223.9 million (259.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 130 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 11% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $223.9M | 259.1K t |
| 2023 | $250.7M | 507.9K t |
| 2022 | $258.6M | 640.4K t |
| 2021 | $229.0M | 480.7K t |
| 2020 | $199.9M | 356.0K t |
| 2019 | $217.7M | 451.9K t |
| 2018 | $218.0M | 263.9K t |
| 2017 | $179.3M | 193.0K t |
Where Cameroon exports sawn tropical wood (other species) to
Most of it went to Belgium (27%), China (15%), Italy (14%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+139% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $61.0M | 27% |
| China | $33.0M | 15% |
| Italy | $30.5M | 14% |
| France | $18.6M | 8.3% |
| Senegal | $17.3M | 7.7% |
| United States | $11.2M | 5% |
| Spain | $10.8M | 4.8% |
| Turkey | $10.2M | 4.6% |
| Germany | $5.1M | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $4.2M | 1.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.86 per kg, 65% above the world average of $0.52. 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 tropical wood (other species) exports (HS 4407.29): 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 4407.29: Wood, tropical, n.e.c. in item no. 4407.2, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm.
Common questions
What is the value of sawn tropical wood (other species) exported by Cameroon?
Cameroon exported sawn tropical wood (other species) worth $223.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 259.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 130 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy sawn tropical wood (other species) from Cameroon?
Belgium was the largest buyer with 27% of the value ($61.0 million), followed by China (15%) and Italy (14%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 55 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 139% on the year.
What is the average export price of sawn tropical wood (other species) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.86 per kg in 2024, 65% above the world average of $0.52 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of sawn tropical wood (other species) from Cameroon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $179.3 million in 2017 to $223.9 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. The peak was 2022 at $258.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $222.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for sawn tropical wood (other species)?
The HS code for sawn tropical wood (other species) is subheading 4407.29. 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?
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