Sawn iroko boards exports from Cote d'Ivoire: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire exported sawn iroko boards worth $6.1 million (4.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 61 countries. That is 15% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $9.2 million.
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 | $6.1M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $5.3M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 5.4K t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 4.7K t |
| 2020 | $4.4M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $6.6M | 5.3K t |
| 2018 | $9.2M | 6.7K t |
| 2017 | $8.9M | 6.2K t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire exports sawn iroko boards to
The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (33%), United States (12%), Saudi Arabia (10%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+508% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $2.0M | 33% |
| United States | $719K | 12% |
| Saudi Arabia | $642K | 11% |
| Greece | $505K | 8.2% |
| Spain | $496K | 8.1% |
| South Africa | $232K | 3.8% |
| Italy | $221K | 3.6% |
| Egypt | $207K | 3.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $168K | 2.7% |
| Lebanon | $139K | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.54 per kg, 26% above the world average of $1.22. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire sawn iroko boards exports (HS 4407.28): 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 4407.28: Wood, tropical: iroko, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, thicker than 6mm.
Common questions
What is the value of sawn iroko boards exported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire exported sawn iroko boards worth $6.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 61 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries buy sawn iroko boards from Cote d'Ivoire?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 33% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by the United States (12%) and Saudi Arabia (10%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 27 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 508% on the year.
What is the average export price of sawn iroko boards per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.54 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $1.22 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of sawn iroko boards from Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.9 million in 2017 to $6.1 million in 2024, a fall of 31%. The peak was 2018 at $9.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for sawn iroko boards?
The HS code for sawn iroko boards is subheading 4407.28. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Cote d'Ivoire. Tell us your product to see it live.
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