Bulk washing concentrate imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Senegal imported bulk washing concentrate worth $6.3 million (4.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 22% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $8.0 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 | $6.3M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $8.0M | 5.8K t |
| 2022 | $5.6M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $2.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $3.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 1.2K t |
Where Senegal imports bulk washing concentrate from
The largest suppliers were China (27%), France (20%), Turkey (15%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+263% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.7M | 27% |
| France | $1.3M | 20% |
| Turkey | $952K | 15% |
| Spain | $559K | 8.9% |
| Italy | $206K | 3.3% |
| Belgium | $196K | 3.1% |
| United States | $184K | 2.9% |
| India | $181K | 2.9% |
| Malaysia | $176K | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $152K | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.46 per kg, 37% below the world average of $2.31, 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.
Bulk washing concentrate exports from Senegal
In 2024, Senegal exported bulk washing concentrate worth $3.0 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Mali accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Guinea grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mali | $2.4M | 78% |
| Guinea | $511K | 17% |
| Cameroon | $44K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $28K | 0.9% |
| Norway | $25K | 0.8% |
| Mauritania | $21K | 0.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $14K | 0.5% |
| United States | $7K | 0.2% |
| Gambia | $3K | 0.1% |
| Guinea-Bissau | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal bulk washing concentrate imports (HS 3402.90): 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 3402.90: Washing and cleaning preparations: surface-active, whether or not containing soap (excluding those of heading no. 3401), including auxiliary washing preparations, not for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of bulk washing concentrate imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported bulk washing concentrate worth $6.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 125th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply bulk washing concentrate to Senegal?
China was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by France (20%) and Turkey (15%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 263% on the year.
What is the average import price of bulk washing concentrate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.46 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $2.31 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of bulk washing concentrate to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $6.3 million in 2024, an increase of 174%. The peak was 2023 at $8.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.0 million a year.
Does Senegal also export bulk washing concentrate?
Yes. Senegal exported $3.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mali, Guinea and Cameroon. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for bulk washing concentrate?
The HS code for bulk washing concentrate is subheading 3402.90. It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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