Plywood exports from Cote d'Ivoire: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire exported plywood worth $25.4 million (49.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 10% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 53% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $25.4M | 49.8K t |
| 2023 | $23.2M | 47.9K t |
| 2022 | $24.1M | 51.0K t |
| 2021 | $27.2M | 53.7K t |
| 2020 | $20.8M | 48.9K t |
| 2019 | $19.1M | 43.9K t |
| 2018 | $20.5M | 40.6K t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 10.7K t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire exports plywood to
The largest buyer markets were Mali (28%), Burkina Faso (24%), Senegal (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Burkina Faso grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mali | $7.0M | 28% |
| Burkina Faso | $6.0M | 24% |
| Senegal | $3.8M | 15% |
| Guinea | $3.2M | 13% |
| Gambia | $1.8M | 7.1% |
| Niger | $862K | 3.4% |
| Mauritania | $820K | 3.2% |
| Italy | $383K | 1.5% |
| Portugal | $223K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $190K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 4412
| 4412.31 | Tropical plywood | 97% |
| 4412.99 | Laminated wood panels (other) | 1.4% |
| 4412.33 | Hardwood plywood | 0.6% |
| 4412.10 | Bamboo plywood | 0.5% |
| 4412.34 | Plywood (non-coniferous, other) | 0.2% |
| 4412.39 | Softwood plywood | 0.1% |
| 4412.94 | Blockboard and laminboard | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4412.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.51 per kg, 45% below the world average of $0.93, 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.
Plywood imports to Cote d'Ivoire
Imports of plywood by Cote d'Ivoire reached $3.5 million in 2024 (6.1 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Russia grew fastest (+39% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 70% |
| Russia | $218K | 6.1% |
| Turkey | $138K | 3.9% |
| Vietnam | $133K | 3.8% |
| Lebanon | $107K | 3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $74K | 2.1% |
| India | $69K | 2% |
| Angola | $52K | 1.5% |
| Austria | $41K | 1.2% |
| France | $40K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire plywood exports (HS 4412): 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 4412: Plywood, veneered panels and similar laminated wood.
Common questions
What is the value of plywood exported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire exported plywood worth $25.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 49.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 161 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy plywood from Cote d'Ivoire?
Mali was the largest buyer with 28% of the value ($7.0 million), followed by Burkina Faso (24%) and Senegal (15%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 28 buyer countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 328% on the year.
What is the average export price of plywood per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.51 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $0.93 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of plywood from Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $25.4 million in 2024. The peak was 2021 at $27.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.2 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also import plywood?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire imported $3.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Russia and Turkey. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net exporter of this product, by about $21.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for plywood?
The HS code for plywood is heading 4412. In Cote d'Ivoire the largest six-digit codes were 4412.31 (97% of the value) and 4412.99 (1%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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