Graders and levellers imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire imported graders and levellers worth $16.2 million (2.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 35% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $28.5 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 | $16.2M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $24.9M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $18.5M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $28.5M | 3.6K t |
| 2020 | $14.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $12.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $8.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $4.9M | 715 t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports graders and levellers from
China alone supplied 62% of it. Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest (+259% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.0M | 62% |
| Japan | $1.9M | 12% |
| Brazil | $1.8M | 11% |
| United States | $717K | 4.4% |
| Germany | $558K | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $257K | 1.6% |
| South Africa | $229K | 1.4% |
| Australia | $123K | 0.8% |
| Burkina Faso | $123K | 0.8% |
| Canada | $94K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.18 per kg, close to the world average of $7.34.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Graders and levellers exports from Cote d'Ivoire
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire exported graders and levellers worth $7.5 million (942 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Togo (27%), Burkina Faso (21%), Benin (14%).
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The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire graders and levellers imports (HS 8429.20): 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 8429.20: Graders and levellers.
Common questions
What is the value of graders and levellers imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported graders and levellers worth $16.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 192 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply graders and levellers to Cote d'Ivoire?
China was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($10.0 million), followed by Japan (12%) and Brazil (11%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 259% on the year.
What is the average import price of graders and levellers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.18 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $7.34 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of graders and levellers to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.9 million in 2017 to $16.2 million in 2024, an increase of 228%. The peak was 2021 at $28.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.0 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export graders and levellers?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $7.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Togo, Burkina Faso and Benin. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $8.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for graders and levellers?
The HS code for graders and levellers is subheading 8429.20. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8429 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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