Forged grinding balls imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of forged grinding balls by Cote d'Ivoire reached $20.0 million in 2024 (18.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $20.0M | 18.9K t |
| 2023 | $20.2M | 17.8K t |
| 2022 | $19.8M | 16.3K t |
| 2021 | $15.8M | 15.6K t |
| 2020 | $20.3M | 17.8K t |
| 2019 | $16.4M | 14.8K t |
| 2018 | $10.5M | 9.7K t |
| 2017 | $5.8M | 6.7K t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports forged grinding balls from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+285% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.0M | 55% |
| Spain | $4.4M | 22% |
| Australia | $1.8M | 8.9% |
| Chile | $1.2M | 6% |
| Indonesia | $1.1M | 5.3% |
| Belgium | $332K | 1.7% |
| United States | $140K | 0.7% |
| France | $32K | 0.2% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.06 per kg, close to the world average of $0.98.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Forged grinding balls exports from Cote d'Ivoire
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire exported forged grinding balls worth $4.2 million (3.6 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Mali accounted for 50% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Mali grew fastest (+216% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire forged grinding balls imports (HS 7326.11): 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 7326.11: Iron or steel: grinding balls and similar articles for mills, forged or stamped, but not further worked.
Common questions
What is the value of forged grinding balls imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported forged grinding balls worth $20.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 170 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply forged grinding balls to Cote d'Ivoire?
China was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($11.0 million), followed by Spain (22%) and Australia (9%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 611% on the year.
What is the average import price of forged grinding balls per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.06 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $0.98 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of forged grinding balls to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.8 million in 2017 to $20.0 million in 2024, an increase of 247%. The peak was 2020 at $20.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.1 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export forged grinding balls?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $4.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mali, Burkina Faso and Spain. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $15.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for forged grinding balls?
The HS code for forged grinding balls is subheading 7326.11. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7326 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Cote d'Ivoire reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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