Maize imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire imported maize worth $25.7 million (80.6 thousand tonnes). That is 235% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 39% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $33.7 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 | $25.7M | 80.6K t |
| 2023 | $7.7M | 5.3K t |
| 2022 | $17.5M | 56.6K t |
| 2021 | $33.7M | 105.0K t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 4.8K t |
| 2019 | $4.6M | 16.6K t |
| 2018 | $9.6M | 40.3K t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 756 t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports maize from
One supplier dominates: Argentina accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Argentina grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Argentina | $13.9M | 54% |
| South Africa | $5.9M | 23% |
| India | $2.1M | 8.3% |
| Zambia | $1.7M | 6.5% |
| Mexico | $1.5M | 5.8% |
| Burkina Faso | $228K | 0.9% |
| Thailand | $140K | 0.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $91K | 0.4% |
| France | $61K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $33K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 1005
| 1005.90 | Cereals: maize (corn), other than seed | 77% |
| 1005.10 | Corn seed | 23% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1005.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.32 per kg, 33% above the world average of $0.24. 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.
Maize exports from Cote d'Ivoire
Cote d'Ivoire exported $6.7 million of maize in 2024 (54.9 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Burkina Faso (29%), Mali (22%), Senegal (22%). Among the main buyer markets, Ghana grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
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The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire maize imports (HS 1005): 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 1005: Maize (corn).
Common questions
What is the value of maize imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported maize worth $25.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 80.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 102nd of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 235% on 2023.
Which countries supply maize to Cote d'Ivoire?
Argentina was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($13.9 million), followed by South Africa (23%) and India (8%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 247% on the year.
What is the average import price of maize per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.32 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $0.24 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of maize to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $25.7 million in 2024, an increase of 917%. The peak was 2021 at $33.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.1 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export maize?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $6.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burkina Faso, Mali and Senegal. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $19.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for maize?
The HS code for maize is heading 1005. In Cote d'Ivoire the largest six-digit codes were 1005.90 (77% of the value) and 1005.10 (23%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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