Soup preparations exports from Cameroon: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of soup preparations by Cameroon reached $4.7 million in 2024 (21.5 thousand tonnes). That is 64% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 57% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $13.3 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 | $4.7M | 21.5K t |
| 2023 | $12.9M | 4.9K t |
| 2022 | $11.0M | 4.5K t |
| 2021 | $11.5M | 4.3K t |
| 2020 | $12.5M | 4.9K t |
| 2019 | $13.3M | 5.3K t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 538 t |
| 2017 | $194K | 82 t |
Where Cameroon exports soup preparations to
Central African Republic alone took 99% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Central African Republic | $4.6M | 99% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $12K | 0.3% |
| Switzerland | $6K | 0.1% |
| France | $5K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $4K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $3K | 0.1% |
| Finland | $2K | 0.1% |
| Singapore | $2K | 0% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
| Bahrain | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2104
| 2104.10 | Soups and broths and preparations therefor | 95% |
| 2104.20 | Prepared meals | 5.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2104.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.22 per kg, 93% below the world average of $3.04, 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.
Soup preparations imports to Cameroon
Imports of soup preparations by Cameroon reached $4.7 million in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Cote d'Ivoire accounted for 94% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest (+325% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cote d'Ivoire | $4.4M | 94% |
| France | $147K | 3.2% |
| Togo | $47K | 1% |
| Belgium | $27K | 0.6% |
| Lebanon | $18K | 0.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $15K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $11K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $3K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cameroon?
The shipment records behind Cameroon soup preparations exports (HS 2104): 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 2104: Soups and broths and preparations therefor; homogenised composite food preparations.
Common questions
What is the value of soup preparations exported by Cameroon?
Cameroon exported soup preparations worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 171 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 64% on 2023.
Which countries buy soup preparations from Cameroon?
The Central African Republic was the largest buyer with 99% of the value ($4.6 million), followed by Cote d'Ivoire (0%) and Switzerland (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 10 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 36% on the year.
What is the average export price of soup preparations per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.22 per kg in 2024, 93% below the world average of $3.04 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of soup preparations from Cameroon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $194 thousand in 2017 to $4.7 million in 2024. The peak was 2019 at $13.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.4 million a year.
Does Cameroon also import soup preparations?
Yes. Cameroon imported $4.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Cote d'Ivoire, France and Togo. That compares with exports of $4.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for soup preparations?
The HS code for soup preparations is heading 2104. In Cameroon the largest six-digit codes were 2104.10 (95% of the value) and 2104.20 (5%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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