Surveying instruments imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire imported surveying instruments worth $8.6 million (505 tonnes). That is 34% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $18.5 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 | $8.6M | 505 t |
| 2023 | $13.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $18.5M | 733 t |
| 2021 | $7.3M | 173 t |
| 2020 | $8.3M | 165 t |
| 2019 | $6.1M | 106 t |
| 2018 | $9.2M | 130 t |
| 2017 | $11.4M | 124 t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports surveying instruments from
Most of the value came from China (15%), United Kingdom (14%), France (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 42%. Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+107% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $1.2M | 14% |
| France | $1.1M | 13% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 12% |
| United States | $1.1M | 12% |
| Australia | $698K | 8.1% |
| Switzerland | $469K | 5.4% |
| Germany | $206K | 2.4% |
| South Africa | $166K | 1.9% |
| Italy | $157K | 1.8% |
Product types under HS 9015
| 9015.80 | Surveying instruments (other) | 46% |
| 9015.90 | Surveying instrument parts | 31% |
| 9015.30 | Spirit levels and transit levels | 9.3% |
| 9015.20 | Theodolites | 6.7% |
| 9015.40 | Photogrammetry equipment | 3.9% |
| 9015.10 | Rangefinders | 2.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9015.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.07 per kg, 84% below the world average of $104.45, 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.
Surveying instruments exports from Cote d'Ivoire
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire exported surveying instruments worth $2.9 million (118 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ghana (42%), Equatorial Guinea (12%), United Kingdom (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Senegal grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ghana | $1.2M | 42% |
| Equatorial Guinea | $346K | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $317K | 11% |
| Angola | $264K | 9% |
| Nigeria | $136K | 4.6% |
| Spain | $115K | 3.9% |
| Namibia | $75K | 2.6% |
| Australia | $71K | 2.4% |
| Senegal | $70K | 2.4% |
| South Africa | $65K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire surveying instruments imports (HS 9015): 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 9015: Surveying (including photogrammetrical surveying), hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances, excluding compasses, rangefinders.
Common questions
What is the value of surveying instruments imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported surveying instruments worth $8.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 505 tonnes. That ranks it 90th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply surveying instruments to Cote d'Ivoire?
China was the largest supplier with 15% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by the United Kingdom (14%) and France (13%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 107% on the year.
What is the average import price of surveying instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.07 per kg in 2024, 84% below the world average of $104.45 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of surveying instruments to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.4 million in 2017 to $8.6 million in 2024, a fall of 24%. The peak was 2022 at $18.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.3 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export surveying instruments?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $2.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ghana, Equatorial Guinea and the United Kingdom. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $5.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for surveying instruments?
The HS code for surveying instruments is heading 9015. In Cote d'Ivoire the largest six-digit codes were 9015.80 (46% of the value) and 9015.90 (31%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Cote d'Ivoire reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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