Perfume imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ethiopia imported perfume worth $8.5 million (82 tonnes). That is 30% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $12.1 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 | $8.5M | 82 t |
| 2023 | $12.1M | 322 t |
| 2022 | $7.9M | 264 t |
| 2021 | $5.4M | 87 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 77 t |
| 2019 | $6.6M | 112 t |
| 2018 | $9.8M | 205 t |
| 2017 | $7.9M | 118 t |
Where Ethiopia imports perfume from
One supplier dominates: France accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $4.5M | 53% |
| Spain | $1.0M | 12% |
| Kenya | $823K | 9.7% |
| Belgium | $579K | 6.8% |
| United Kingdom | $433K | 5.1% |
| Switzerland | $246K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $236K | 2.8% |
| Italy | $195K | 2.3% |
| Thailand | $136K | 1.6% |
| Singapore | $76K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $103.92 per kg, 225% above the world average of $31.99. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia perfume imports (HS 3303): 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 3303: Perfumes and toilet waters.
Common questions
What is the value of perfume imported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported perfume worth $8.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 82 tonnes. That ranks it 115th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply perfume to Ethiopia?
France was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by Spain (12%) and Kenya (10%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 314% on the year.
What is the average import price of perfume per kg?
The average declared import value was about $103.92 per kg in 2024, 225% above the world average of $31.99 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of perfume to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.9 million in 2017 to $8.5 million in 2024, an increase of 8%. The peak was 2023 at $12.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for perfume?
The HS code for perfume is heading 3303. In Ethiopia all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3303.00. It sits in HS chapter 33 (essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3303 page.
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