Hydroquinone imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of hydroquinone by Cote d'Ivoire reached $12.8 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 130 countries for imports of this product. That is 30% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $24.0 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 | $12.8M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $18.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $24.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $12.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $8.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $13.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $5.9M | 841 t |
| 2017 | $4.9M | 960 t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports hydroquinone from
Most of the value came from Japan (49%), China (23%), United States (12%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+91% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $6.3M | 49% |
| China | $3.0M | 23% |
| United States | $1.6M | 12% |
| India | $962K | 7.5% |
| France | $493K | 3.9% |
| Germany | $347K | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $174K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.00 per kg, 36% above the world average of $5.90. 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.
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The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire hydroquinone imports (HS 2907.22): 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 2907.22: Polyphenols: hydroquinone (quinol) and its salts.
Common questions
What is the value of hydroquinone imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported hydroquinone worth $12.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 130 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply hydroquinone to Cote d'Ivoire?
Japan was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($6.3 million), followed by China (23%) and the United States (12%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 91% on the year.
What is the average import price of hydroquinone per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.00 per kg in 2024, 36% above the world average of $5.90 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of hydroquinone to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.9 million in 2017 to $12.8 million in 2024, an increase of 161%. The peak was 2022 at $24.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for hydroquinone?
The HS code for hydroquinone is subheading 2907.22. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2907 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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