Textile machinery parts imports in Cameroon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Cameroon imported textile machinery parts worth $4.7 million (129 tonnes). Value rose 35% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $4.7M | 129 t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 115 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 102 t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 115 t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 151 t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 95 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 37 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 57 t |
Where Cameroon imports textile machinery parts from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+99% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.8M | 59% |
| United States | $1.4M | 30% |
| France | $350K | 7.5% |
| Italy | $44K | 0.9% |
| China | $40K | 0.9% |
| Taiwan | $39K | 0.8% |
| Austria | $25K | 0.5% |
| South Korea | $15K | 0.3% |
| Czech Republic | $2K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8448
| 8448.32 | Textile fiber machinery parts (other) | 87% |
| 8448.39 | Spinning machinery parts (other) | 6.7% |
| 8448.49 | Loom parts (other types) | 2.9% |
| 8448.19 | Textile auxiliary machinery (other) | 1.4% |
| 8448.33 | Spindle and spinning ring parts | 0.8% |
| 8448.20 | Knitting machine parts | 0.7% |
| 8448.59 | Knitting machinery parts (other) | 0.1% |
| 8448.51 | Knitting machine needles and sinkers | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8448.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $36.17 per kg, 50% above the world average of $24.04. 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 textile machinery parts imports (HS 8448): 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 8448: Machinery, auxiliary; for use with machines of heading no. 8444 to 8447 (e.g. dobbies, jacquards, automatic stop motions, shuttle changing mechanisms) parts, accessories for machines of heading no. 8444, 8447.
Common questions
What is the value of textile machinery parts imported by Cameroon?
Cameroon imported textile machinery parts worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 129 tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 197 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply textile machinery parts to Cameroon?
India was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by the United States (30%) and France (7%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 99% on the year.
What is the average import price of textile machinery parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $36.17 per kg in 2024, 50% above the world average of $24.04 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of textile machinery parts to Cameroon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $4.7 million in 2024, an increase of 304%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for textile machinery parts?
The HS code for textile machinery parts is heading 8448. In Cameroon the largest six-digit codes were 8448.32 (87% of the value) and 8448.39 (7%).
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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