Welded carbon steel tube imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of welded carbon steel tube by Cote d'Ivoire reached $2.8 million in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). That is 26% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $6.9 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 | $2.8M | 3.1K t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $6.3M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $4.9M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $5.9M | 6.5K t |
| 2017 | $6.9M | 9.7K t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports welded carbon steel tube from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.91 per kg, 26% below the world average of $1.23, 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.
Welded carbon steel tube exports from Cote d'Ivoire
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire exported welded carbon steel tube worth $616 thousand (812 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Mali accounted for 94% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mali | $578K | 94% |
| France | $16K | 2.5% |
| Niger | $15K | 2.5% |
| Senegal | $7K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire welded carbon steel tube imports (HS 7306.30): 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 7306.30: Iron or non-alloy steel (excluding cast iron): tubes and pipes (not seamless), welded, of circular cross-section, n.e.c. in chapter 73.
Common questions
What is the value of welded carbon steel tube imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported welded carbon steel tube worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 124th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply welded carbon steel tube to Cote d'Ivoire?
China was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Spain (7%) and India (4%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 914% on the year.
What is the average import price of welded carbon steel tube per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.91 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $1.23 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of welded carbon steel tube to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.9 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, a fall of 59%. The peak was 2017 at $6.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export welded carbon steel tube?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $616 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mali, France and Niger. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for welded carbon steel tube?
The HS code for welded carbon steel tube is subheading 7306.30. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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