Synthetic tow imports in Cameroon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic tow by Cameroon reached $13.7 million in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 24% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $13.7M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $11.1M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $7.2M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $13.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $7.9M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $8.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $8.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $6.4M | 1.0K t |
Where Cameroon imports synthetic tow from
One supplier dominates: Japan accounted for 86% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+578% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $11.8M | 86% |
| Malaysia | $1.6M | 12% |
| South Korea | $244K | 1.8% |
| Brazil | $61K | 0.4% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $2K | 0% |
Product types under HS 5501
| 5501.30 | Acrylic filament tow | 98% |
| 5501.20 | Polyester filament tow | 0.7% |
| 5501.40 | Fibres: synthetic filament tow, of polypropylene | 0.7% |
| 5501.10 | Nylon filament tow | 0.4% |
| 5501.90 | Synthetic filament tow (other) | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5501.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.19 per kg, 65% above the world average of $3.14. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Cameroon?
The shipment records behind Cameroon synthetic tow imports (HS 5501): 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 5501: Synthetic filament tow.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic tow imported by Cameroon?
Cameroon imported synthetic tow worth $13.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 167 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic tow to Cameroon?
Japan was the largest supplier with 86% of the value ($11.8 million), followed by Malaysia (12%) and South Korea (2%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 578% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic tow per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.19 per kg in 2024, 65% above the world average of $3.14 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic tow to Cameroon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.4 million in 2017 to $13.7 million in 2024, an increase of 114%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic tow?
The HS code for synthetic tow is heading 5501. In Cameroon the largest six-digit codes were 5501.30 (98% of the value) and 5501.20 (1%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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