Optical fibre cables imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire imported optical fibre cables worth $4.5 million (137 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 38% 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 | $4.5M | 137 t |
| 2023 | $4.5M | 63 t |
| 2022 | $878K | 32 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 18 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 144 t |
| 2019 | $283K | 23 t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 259 t |
| 2017 | $474K | 10 t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports optical fibre cables from
China alone supplied 88% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+134% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.9M | 88% |
| India | $518K | 12% |
| Germany | $7K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $7K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $4K | 0.1% |
| France | $4K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $1K | 0% |
| Guinea | $1K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $1K | 0% |
| United States | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $32.89 per kg, 22% below the world average of $42.33, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire optical fibre cables imports (HS 9001.10): 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 9001.10: Optical fibres, optical fibre bundles and cables: excluding those of heading no. 8544.
Common questions
What is the value of optical fibre cables imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported optical fibre cables worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 137 tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical fibre cables to Cote d'Ivoire?
China was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($3.9 million), followed by India (12%) and Germany (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 134% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical fibre cables per kg?
The average declared import value was about $32.89 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $42.33 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of optical fibre cables to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $474 thousand in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024, an increase of 848%. The peak was 2023 at $4.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical fibre cables?
The HS code for optical fibre cables is subheading 9001.10. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9001 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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