Steel prop and scaffolding imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of steel prop and scaffolding by Cote d'Ivoire reached $16.6 million in 2024 (7.1 thousand tonnes). That is 38% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $26.8 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 | $16.6M | 7.1K t |
| 2023 | $26.8M | 8.5K t |
| 2022 | $17.9M | 8.7K t |
| 2021 | $19.7M | 8.9K t |
| 2020 | $8.3M | 6.7K t |
| 2019 | $12.3M | 8.7K t |
| 2018 | $7.8M | 5.7K t |
| 2017 | $5.9M | 3.5K t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports steel prop and scaffolding from
Most of the value came from Belgium (36%), France (12%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $5.9M | 36% |
| France | $1.9M | 12% |
| China | $1.8M | 11% |
| Tunisia | $928K | 5.6% |
| India | $730K | 4.4% |
| Lebanon | $622K | 3.8% |
| South Africa | $619K | 3.7% |
| Italy | $584K | 3.5% |
| Germany | $571K | 3.5% |
| Turkey | $453K | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.35 per kg, close to the world average of $2.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel prop and scaffolding exports from Cote d'Ivoire
Cote d'Ivoire exported $1.2 million of steel prop and scaffolding in 2024 (526 tonnes). Most of it went to Senegal (46%), Burkina Faso (29%), Benin (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Senegal grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Senegal | $568K | 46% |
| Burkina Faso | $349K | 29% |
| Benin | $124K | 10% |
| Togo | $107K | 8.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $44K | 3.6% |
| DR Congo | $19K | 1.5% |
| Guinea | $5K | 0.4% |
| Mali | $4K | 0.3% |
| Gabon | $2K | 0.2% |
| Republic of the Congo | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire steel prop and scaffolding imports (HS 7308.40): 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 7308.40: Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, props and similar equipment for scaffolding, shuttering or pit-propping.
Common questions
What is the value of steel prop and scaffolding imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported steel prop and scaffolding worth $16.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel prop and scaffolding to Cote d'Ivoire?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($5.9 million), followed by France (12%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 40% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel prop and scaffolding per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.35 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $2.05 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel prop and scaffolding to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.9 million in 2017 to $16.6 million in 2024, an increase of 182%. The peak was 2023 at $26.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.4 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export steel prop and scaffolding?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Senegal, Burkina Faso and Benin. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $15.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel prop and scaffolding?
The HS code for steel prop and scaffolding is subheading 7308.40. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7308 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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