Acrylic solvent paint imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of acrylic solvent paint by Senegal reached $2.6 million in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). That is 13% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $2.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 921 t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 542 t |
Where Senegal imports acrylic solvent paint from
The largest suppliers were Egypt (11%), China (11%), South Korea (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 32%. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $293K | 11% |
| China | $286K | 11% |
| South Korea | $255K | 9.8% |
| Belgium | $233K | 9% |
| Turkey | $230K | 8.8% |
| Ghana | $186K | 7.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $169K | 6.5% |
| Tunisia | $151K | 5.8% |
| France | $150K | 5.8% |
| Italy | $130K | 5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.42 per kg, 77% below the world average of $6.18, 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.
Acrylic solvent paint exports from Senegal
In 2024, Senegal exported acrylic solvent paint worth $452 thousand (123 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Mauritania grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $231K | 51% |
| Turkey | $97K | 22% |
| Mauritania | $58K | 13% |
| Gambia | $37K | 8.2% |
| Gabon | $27K | 6% |
| Cabo Verde | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal acrylic solvent paint imports (HS 3208.20): 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 3208.20: Paints and varnishes: based on acrylic or vinyl polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of acrylic solvent paint imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported acrylic solvent paint worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 112th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply acrylic solvent paint to Senegal?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 11% of the value ($293 thousand), followed by China (11%) and South Korea (10%). The top three together account for 32%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 42% on the year.
What is the average import price of acrylic solvent paint per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.42 per kg in 2024, 77% below the world average of $6.18 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of acrylic solvent paint to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 17%. The peak was 2023 at $3.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.6 million a year.
Does Senegal also export acrylic solvent paint?
Yes. Senegal exported $452 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Turkey and Mauritania. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for acrylic solvent paint?
The HS code for acrylic solvent paint is subheading 3208.20. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3208 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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