Communication apparatus (other) imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire imported communication apparatus (other) worth $8.7 million (147 tonnes). That is 7% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $41.3 million.
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 | $8.7M | 147 t |
| 2023 | $9.3M | 262 t |
| 2022 | $11.8M | 126 t |
| 2021 | $16.6M | 98 t |
| 2020 | $17.9M | 175 t |
| 2019 | $41.3M | 236 t |
| 2018 | $4.3M | 37 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 21 t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports communication apparatus (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 72% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.3M | 72% |
| France | $783K | 9% |
| United States | $229K | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $220K | 2.5% |
| South Africa | $112K | 1.3% |
| Taiwan | $87K | 1% |
| Malaysia | $82K | 0.9% |
| Switzerland | $71K | 0.8% |
| Poland | $68K | 0.8% |
| Spain | $63K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $59.40 per kg, 48% below the world average of $114.21, 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.
Communication apparatus (other) exports from Cote d'Ivoire
Exports of communication apparatus (other) by Cote d'Ivoire reached $235 thousand in 2024 (6 tonnes). Most of it went to France (31%), Sierra Leone (24%), Netherlands (20%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+930% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $74K | 31% |
| Sierra Leone | $57K | 24% |
| Netherlands | $47K | 20% |
| Hungary | $13K | 5.3% |
| Liberia | $10K | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | $8K | 3.5% |
| Switzerland | $7K | 2.8% |
| Ghana | $5K | 2.1% |
| Denmark | $5K | 1.9% |
| Togo | $4K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire communication apparatus (other) imports (HS 8517.69): 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 8517.69: Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations): machines for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data (including wired/wireless networks), n.e.c. in item no. 8517.6.
Common questions
What is the value of communication apparatus (other) imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported communication apparatus (other) worth $8.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 147 tonnes. That ranks it 77th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply communication apparatus (other) to Cote d'Ivoire?
China was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($6.3 million), followed by France (9%) and the United States (3%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 52 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 861% on the year.
What is the average import price of communication apparatus (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $59.40 per kg in 2024, 48% below the world average of $114.21 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of communication apparatus (other) to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $8.7 million in 2024, an increase of 240%. The peak was 2019 at $41.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.1 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export communication apparatus (other)?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $235 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Sierra Leone and the Netherlands. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $8.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for communication apparatus (other)?
The HS code for communication apparatus (other) is subheading 8517.69. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8517 page.
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 Cote d'Ivoire. Tell us your product to see it live.
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