Large diameter steel pipes imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of large diameter steel pipes by Cote d'Ivoire reached $5.6 million in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). That is 41% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $12.4 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 | $5.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $9.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $3.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $12.4M | 7.3K t |
| 2020 | $11.4M | 11.2K t |
| 2019 | $6.7M | 7.3K t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 641 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 736 t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports large diameter steel pipes from
One supplier dominates: Singapore accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+141% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $4.4M | 77% |
| China | $620K | 11% |
| United States | $458K | 8.1% |
| United Kingdom | $55K | 1% |
| France | $38K | 0.7% |
| India | $29K | 0.5% |
| Poland | $18K | 0.3% |
| Mauritania | $16K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $15K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $10K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 7305
| 7305.20 | Large diameter casing | 77% |
| 7305.11 | Submerged arc welded line pipe | 8.9% |
| 7305.19 | Spiral welded line pipe | 6% |
| 7305.90 | Large diameter tube (other) | 4.3% |
| 7305.12 | Longitudinally welded line pipe | 2.2% |
| 7305.39 | Spiral welded large pipe | 0.7% |
| 7305.31 | Longitudinally welded large pipe | 0.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7305.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.87 per kg, 66% above the world average of $1.73. 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.
Large diameter steel pipes exports from Cote d'Ivoire
Exports of large diameter steel pipes by Cote d'Ivoire reached $408 thousand in 2024 (96 tonnes). Namibia alone took 94% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $382K | 94% |
| Guinea | $14K | 3.5% |
| United States | $6K | 1.5% |
| Togo | $5K | 1.2% |
| Burkina Faso | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire large diameter steel pipes imports (HS 7305): 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 7305: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron); tubes and pipes (e.g. welded, riveted or similarly closed), having circular cross-sections, external diameter of which exceeds 406.4mm, not seamless.
Common questions
What is the value of large diameter steel pipes imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported large diameter steel pipes worth $5.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 83rd of 200 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply large diameter steel pipes to Cote d'Ivoire?
Singapore was the largest supplier with 77% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by China (11%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 256% on the year.
What is the average import price of large diameter steel pipes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.87 per kg in 2024, 66% above the world average of $1.73 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of large diameter steel pipes to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $5.6 million in 2024, an increase of 265%. The peak was 2021 at $12.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.7 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export large diameter steel pipes?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $408 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Guinea and the United States. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $5.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for large diameter steel pipes?
The HS code for large diameter steel pipes is heading 7305. In Cote d'Ivoire the largest six-digit codes were 7305.20 (77% of the value) and 7305.11 (9%).
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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