Carded synthetic staple fibre imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of carded synthetic staple fibre by Senegal reached $43.2 million in 2024 (7.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 169 countries. Value rose 11% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 196% a year on average.
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 | $43.2M | 7.8K t |
| 2023 | $38.9M | 6.4K t |
| 2022 | $47.7M | 7.5K t |
| 2021 | $49.8M | 8.4K t |
| 2020 | $38.1M | 6.7K t |
| 2019 | $39.9M | 6.9K t |
| 2018 | $41K | 34 t |
| 2017 | $22K | 19 t |
Where Senegal imports carded synthetic staple fibre from
Japan alone supplied 87% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $37.6M | 87% |
| Malaysia | $3.1M | 7.3% |
| China | $2.0M | 4.6% |
| South Korea | $383K | 0.9% |
| Thailand | $39K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $24K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $12K | 0% |
| Morocco | $2K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 5506
| 5506.10 | Carded nylon staple fiber | 95% |
| 5506.90 | Fibres: synthetic staple fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 5506, carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning | 5.2% |
| 5506.40 | Fibres: synthetic staple fibres, of polypropylene, carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5506.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.56 per kg, 70% above the world average of $3.27. 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.
Carded synthetic staple fibre exports from Senegal
Senegal exported $38.0 million of carded synthetic staple fibre in 2024 (6.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 88 countries. One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 74% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $28.1M | 74% |
| Spain | $3.6M | 9.5% |
| United Kingdom | $2.1M | 5.6% |
| Mali | $1.0M | 2.8% |
| Guinea-Bissau | $834K | 2.2% |
| France | $769K | 2% |
| Gambia | $555K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $310K | 0.8% |
| Mauritania | $220K | 0.6% |
| Cabo Verde | $133K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal carded synthetic staple fibre imports (HS 5506): 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 5506: Synthetic staple fibres, carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning.
Common questions
What is the value of carded synthetic staple fibre imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported carded synthetic staple fibre worth $43.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 169 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply carded synthetic staple fibre to Senegal?
Japan was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($37.6 million), followed by Malaysia (7%) and China (5%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 94% on the year.
What is the average import price of carded synthetic staple fibre per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.56 per kg in 2024, 70% above the world average of $3.27 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of carded synthetic staple fibre to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $22 thousand in 2017 to $43.2 million in 2024. The peak was 2021 at $49.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $32.2 million a year.
Does Senegal also export carded synthetic staple fibre?
Yes. Senegal exported $38.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Spain and the United Kingdom. That compares with imports of $43.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for carded synthetic staple fibre?
The HS code for carded synthetic staple fibre is heading 5506. In Senegal the largest six-digit codes were 5506.10 (95% of the value) and 5506.90 (5%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Senegal, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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