Plastic caps and closures imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic caps and closures by Cote d'Ivoire reached $5.3 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 37% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $8.5 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 | $5.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $8.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $8.3M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $7.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $6.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $7.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $8.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $7.2M | 1.5K t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports plastic caps and closures from
Most of the value came from China (30%), Spain (12%), India (11%). Among the main suppliers, Mali grew fastest (+131% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.41 per kg, 42% below the world average of $5.90, 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.
Plastic caps and closures exports from Cote d'Ivoire
Exports of plastic caps and closures by Cote d'Ivoire reached $1.7 million in 2024 (473 tonnes). Most of it went to Burkina Faso (49%), Senegal (21%), Ghana (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Gabon grew fastest (+39% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire plastic caps and closures imports (HS 3923.50): 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 3923.50: Plastics: stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic caps and closures imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported plastic caps and closures worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 117th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic caps and closures to Cote d'Ivoire?
China was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Spain (12%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 52 supplier countries in total. Mali grew fastest among the top ten, up 131% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic caps and closures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.41 per kg in 2024, 42% below 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 plastic caps and closures to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.2 million in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, a fall of 26%. The peak was 2018 at $8.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.5 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export plastic caps and closures?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burkina Faso, Senegal and Ghana. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic caps and closures?
The HS code for plastic caps and closures is subheading 3923.50. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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