Steel articles imports in Cameroon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Cameroon imported steel articles worth $31.2 million (11.1 thousand tonnes). That is 21% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $31.2M | 11.1K t |
| 2023 | $25.8M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $22.1M | 5.9K t |
| 2021 | $26.8M | 5.3K t |
| 2020 | $16.2M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $14.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2018 | $10.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $8.3M | 2.3K t |
Where Cameroon imports steel articles from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+129% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $23.0M | 74% |
| France | $2.4M | 7.5% |
| Turkey | $1.9M | 6% |
| Germany | $680K | 2.2% |
| United States | $534K | 1.7% |
| Belgium | $453K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $450K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $420K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $244K | 0.8% |
| Morocco | $203K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 7326
| 7326.90 | Iron or steel: articles n.e.c. in heading 7326 | 89% |
| 7326.20 | Wire articles | 8.4% |
| 7326.11 | Forged grinding balls | 1.9% |
| 7326.19 | Forged steel articles | 1.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7326.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.82 per kg, 36% below the world average of $4.42, 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 steel articles imports (HS 7326): 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 7326: Iron or steel; articles, n.e.c. in chapter 73.
Common questions
What is the value of steel articles imported by Cameroon?
Cameroon imported steel articles worth $31.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 107th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel articles to Cameroon?
China was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($23.0 million), followed by France (8%) and Turkey (6%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 250% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.82 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $4.42 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel articles to Cameroon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.3 million in 2017 to $31.2 million in 2024, an increase of 276%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $19.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel articles?
The HS code for steel articles is heading 7326. In Cameroon the largest six-digit codes were 7326.90 (88% of the value) and 7326.20 (8%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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