Corn seed imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire imported corn seed worth $5.9 million (2.5 thousand tonnes). That is 18% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 65% 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 | $5.9M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $5.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 541 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 660 t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 222 t |
| 2019 | $711K | 378 t |
| 2018 | $276K | 115 t |
| 2017 | $174K | 93 t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports corn seed from
The largest suppliers were India (36%), Zambia (28%), Mexico (25%). Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest (+84% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.1M | 36% |
| Zambia | $1.7M | 28% |
| Mexico | $1.5M | 25% |
| Burkina Faso | $228K | 3.9% |
| South Africa | $150K | 2.6% |
| Thailand | $140K | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $33K | 0.6% |
| Vietnam | $21K | 0.4% |
| France | $19K | 0.3% |
| Argentina | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.36 per kg, 84% above the world average of $1.28. 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.
Corn seed exports from Cote d'Ivoire
Exports of corn seed by Cote d'Ivoire reached $2.7 million in 2024 (889 tonnes). Most of it went to Senegal (45%), Ghana (32%), Mali (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Mali grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
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The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire corn seed imports (HS 1005.10): 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 1005.10: Cereals: maize (corn), seed.
Common questions
What is the value of corn seed imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported corn seed worth $5.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 77th of 187 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply corn seed to Cote d'Ivoire?
India was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Zambia (28%) and Mexico (25%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 84% on the year.
What is the average import price of corn seed per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.36 per kg in 2024, 84% above the world average of $1.28 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of corn seed to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $174 thousand in 2017 to $5.9 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.0 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export corn seed?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $2.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Senegal, Ghana and Mali. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for corn seed?
The HS code for corn seed is subheading 1005.10. It sits in HS chapter 10 (cereals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1005 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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