Semiconductors imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire imported semiconductors worth $26.9 million (13.2 thousand tonnes). That is 136% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $36.1 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 | $26.9M | 13.2K t |
| 2023 | $11.4M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $36.1M | 7.6K t |
| 2021 | $12.6M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $11.1M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $12.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $9.8M | 986 t |
| 2017 | $6.8M | 1.7K t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports semiconductors from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+176% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $24.2M | 90% |
| Malaysia | $1.1M | 4.2% |
| Tunisia | $238K | 0.9% |
| France | $199K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $173K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $138K | 0.5% |
| Kenya | $111K | 0.4% |
| India | $88K | 0.3% |
| Burkina Faso | $71K | 0.3% |
| Lebanon | $69K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 8541
| 8541.40 | Solar cells and LED | 94% |
| 8541.90 | Semiconductor parts | 4.9% |
| 8541.10 | Diodes | 0.4% |
| 8541.30 | Thyristors and triacs | 0.2% |
| 8541.29 | Power transistors | 0.1% |
| 8541.60 | Piezo-electric crystals | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8541.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.03 per kg, 73% below the world average of $7.54, 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.
Semiconductors exports from Cote d'Ivoire
Exports of semiconductors by Cote d'Ivoire reached $338 thousand in 2024 (75 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Burkina Faso (39%), Benin (34%), Mali (25%). Among the main buyer markets, Togo grew fastest (+217% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire semiconductors imports (HS 8541): 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 8541: Semiconductor devices (e.g. diodes, transistors, semiconductor based transducers); including photovoltaic cells assembled or not in modules or panels, light-emitting diodes (LED) assembled with other LEDs or not, mounted piezo-electric crystals.
Common questions
What is the value of semiconductors imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported semiconductors worth $26.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 101st of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 136% on 2023.
Which countries supply semiconductors to Cote d'Ivoire?
China was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($24.2 million), followed by Malaysia (4%) and Tunisia (1%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 274% on the year.
What is the average import price of semiconductors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.03 per kg in 2024, 73% below the world average of $7.54 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of semiconductors to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.8 million in 2017 to $26.9 million in 2024, an increase of 296%. The peak was 2022 at $36.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.9 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export semiconductors?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $338 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burkina Faso, Benin and Mali. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $26.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for semiconductors?
The HS code for semiconductors is heading 8541. In Cote d'Ivoire the largest six-digit codes were 8541.40 (94% of the value) and 8541.90 (5%).
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