Cast iron scrap exports from Senegal: data, top buyers and prices
Senegal exported $4.5 million of cast iron scrap in 2024 (16.5 thousand tonnes). That is 220% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 51% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4.5M | 16.5K t |
| 2023 | $1.4M | 6.1K t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 14.1K t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 7.9K t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 4.4K t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $906K | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $252K | 991 t |
Where Senegal exports cast iron scrap to
One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 91% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+400% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $4.1M | 91% |
| Ukraine | $230K | 5.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $164K | 3.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.27 per kg, 29% below the world average of $0.38, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal cast iron scrap exports (HS 7204.10): 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 7204.10: Ferrous waste and scrap: of cast iron.
Common questions
What is the value of cast iron scrap exported by Senegal?
Senegal exported cast iron scrap worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 147 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 220% on 2023.
Which countries buy cast iron scrap from Senegal?
India was the largest buyer with 91% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by Ukraine (5%) and the United Arab Emirates (4%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 400% on the year.
What is the average export price of cast iron scrap per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.27 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $0.38 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of cast iron scrap from Senegal changed since 2017?
Exports went from $252 thousand in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $4.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for cast iron scrap?
The HS code for cast iron scrap is subheading 7204.10. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7204 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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