Video games and game equipment exports from Cameroon: data, top buyers and prices
Cameroon exported $3.1 million of video games and game equipment in 2024 (32 tonnes). That is 7277% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 53% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $4.8 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 | $3.1M | 33 t |
| 2023 | $43K | 2 t |
| 2022 | $4.8M | 59 t |
| 2021 | $4.6M | 49 t |
| 2020 | $718K | 23 t |
| 2019 | $351K | 27 t |
| 2018 | $484K | 15 t |
| 2017 | $158K | 10 t |
Where Cameroon exports video games and game equipment to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 99% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.1M | 99% |
| Germany | $22K | 0.7% |
| Canada | $8K | 0.3% |
| Moldova | $1K | 0% |
| Bulgaria | $1K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
| Finland | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 9504
| 9504.50 | Video game console | 99% |
| 9504.90 | Game table | 1% |
| 9504.40 | Playing card | 0% |
| 9504.30 | Arcade game | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9504.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $96.70 per kg, 198% above the world average of $32.48. 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.
Video games and game equipment imports to Cameroon
In 2024, Cameroon imported video games and game equipment worth $2.6 million (587 tonnes). China alone supplied 75% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.9M | 75% |
| Bulgaria | $257K | 10% |
| France | $131K | 5.1% |
| United States | $86K | 3.3% |
| India | $47K | 1.8% |
| Serbia | $46K | 1.8% |
| Italy | $26K | 1% |
| Turkey | $10K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $9K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $8K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cameroon?
The shipment records behind Cameroon video games and game equipment exports (HS 9504): 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 9504: Video game consoles and machines, articles for funfair, table or parlour games, including pintables, billiards, special tables for casino games and automatic bowling alley equipment.
Common questions
What is the value of video games and game equipment exported by Cameroon?
Cameroon exported video games and game equipment worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 32 tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports.
Which countries buy video games and game equipment from Cameroon?
The United States was the largest buyer with 99% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Germany (1%) and Canada (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 15 buyer countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 32% on the year.
What is the average export price of video games and game equipment per kg?
The average declared export value was about $96.70 per kg in 2024, 198% above the world average of $32.48 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of video games and game equipment from Cameroon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $158 thousand in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $4.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
Does Cameroon also import video games and game equipment?
Yes. Cameroon imported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Bulgaria and France. On balance Cameroon is a net exporter of this product, by about $562 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for video games and game equipment?
The HS code for video games and game equipment is heading 9504. In Cameroon the largest six-digit codes were 9504.50 (99% of the value) and 9504.90 (1%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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