Shaped hardwood exports from Cote d'Ivoire: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of shaped hardwood by Cote d'Ivoire reached $3.1 million in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 14% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $5.4 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 | $3.1M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $4.2M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 3.1K t |
| 2019 | $4.8M | 4.7K t |
| 2018 | $5.4M | 4.5K t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 1.9K t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire exports shaped hardwood to
One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.6M | 52% |
| Belgium | $967K | 31% |
| Germany | $187K | 6.1% |
| France | $121K | 3.9% |
| Mali | $97K | 3.1% |
| Greece | $59K | 1.9% |
| Morocco | $23K | 0.8% |
| Switzerland | $19K | 0.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.34 per kg, 42% below the world average of $2.30, 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.
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The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire shaped hardwood exports (HS 4409.29): 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 4409.29: Wood: non-coniferous, other than bamboo or tropical wood, (including unassembled strips and friezes for parquet flooring), continuously shaped along any edges, ends or faces, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed.
Common questions
What is the value of shaped hardwood exported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire exported shaped hardwood worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 140 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries buy shaped hardwood from Cote d'Ivoire?
Italy was the largest buyer with 52% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Belgium (31%) and Germany (6%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 9 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 40% on the year.
What is the average export price of shaped hardwood per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.34 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $2.30 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of shaped hardwood from Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 45%. The peak was 2018 at $5.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for shaped hardwood?
The HS code for shaped hardwood is subheading 4409.29. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4409 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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