Glue imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
Cote d'Ivoire imported $8.2 million of glue in 2024 (4.5 thousand tonnes). That is 10% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $10.4 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 | $8.2M | 4.5K t |
| 2023 | $9.1M | 4.7K t |
| 2022 | $10.4M | 4.5K t |
| 2021 | $9.7M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $7.7M | 3.1K t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $5.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 1.6K t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports glue from
Most of the value came from China (23%), Italy (15%), Portugal (15%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+509% on the year before).
Product types under HS 3506
| 3506.99 | Multi-purpose adhesive | 42% |
| 3506.91 | Polymer adhesive | 42% |
| 3506.10 | Retail adhesive | 17% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3506.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.84 per kg, 57% below the world average of $4.24, 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.
Glue exports from Cote d'Ivoire
Cote d'Ivoire exported $364 thousand of glue in 2024 (144 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Burkina Faso accounted for 50% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+39% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire glue imports (HS 3506): 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 3506: Prepared glues and other prepared adhesives, n.e.c. or included; products suitable for use as glues or adhesives, put up for retail sale as glues or adhesives, not exceeding 1kg net weight.
Common questions
What is the value of glue imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported glue worth $8.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 110th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply glue to Cote d'Ivoire?
China was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Italy (15%) and Portugal (15%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 55 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 509% on the year.
What is the average import price of glue per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.84 per kg in 2024, 57% below the world average of $4.24 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of glue to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $8.2 million in 2024, an increase of 77%. The peak was 2022 at $10.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.7 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export glue?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $364 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burkina Faso, Benin and Italy. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $7.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for glue?
The HS code for glue is heading 3506. In Cote d'Ivoire the largest six-digit codes were 3506.99 (42% of the value) and 3506.91 (41%).
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