Medicated gauze and bandages imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire imported medicated gauze and bandages worth $5.4 million (535 tonnes). That is 8% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
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 | $5.4M | 535 t |
| 2023 | $5.0M | 521 t |
| 2022 | $5.5M | 562 t |
| 2021 | $4.8M | 413 t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 310 t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 269 t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 378 t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 512 t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports medicated gauze and bandages from
The largest suppliers were China (44%), India (23%), Turkey (21%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+421% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.4M | 44% |
| India | $1.3M | 23% |
| Turkey | $1.1M | 21% |
| France | $336K | 6.2% |
| Czech Republic | $98K | 1.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $64K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $48K | 0.9% |
| Morocco | $40K | 0.7% |
| Thailand | $32K | 0.6% |
| Tunisia | $11K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.17 per kg, 23% below the world average of $13.19, 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.
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The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire medicated gauze and bandages imports (HS 3005.90): 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 3005.90: Wadding, gauze, bandages and similar articles: (excluding adhesive dressings), impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of medicated gauze and bandages imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported medicated gauze and bandages worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 535 tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply medicated gauze and bandages to Cote d'Ivoire?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by India (23%) and Turkey (21%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 421% on the year.
What is the average import price of medicated gauze and bandages per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.17 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $13.19 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of medicated gauze and bandages to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, an increase of 176%. The peak was 2022 at $5.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for medicated gauze and bandages?
The HS code for medicated gauze and bandages is subheading 3005.90. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3005 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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