Computer parts imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of computer parts by Senegal reached $4.7 million in 2024 (281 tonnes). That is 15% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $7.3 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 | $4.7M | 281 t |
| 2023 | $5.5M | 418 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 417 t |
| 2021 | $5.0M | 355 t |
| 2020 | $7.3M | 354 t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 388 t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 226 t |
| 2017 | $5.0M | 68 t |
Where Senegal imports computer parts from
One supplier dominates: France accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest (+205% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $2.7M | 58% |
| China | $833K | 18% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $230K | 4.9% |
| United States | $184K | 3.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $133K | 2.8% |
| Germany | $105K | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $70K | 1.5% |
| Denmark | $56K | 1.2% |
| Turkey | $48K | 1% |
| Italy | $41K | 0.9% |
Product types under HS 8473
| 8473.30 | Machinery: parts and accessories (other than covers, carrying cases and the like) of the machines of heading no. 8471 | 70% |
| 8473.50 | Office equipment parts (multipurpose) | 27% |
| 8473.40 | Office machine parts | 2.3% |
| 8473.29 | Calculator and register parts | 1.3% |
| 8473.21 | Portable calculator parts | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8473.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.66 per kg, 87% below the world average of $132.75, 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.
Computer parts exports from Senegal
Senegal exported $231 thousand of computer parts in 2024 (12 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (38%), United States (18%), Burkina Faso (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Cabo Verde grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $89K | 38% |
| United States | $41K | 18% |
| Burkina Faso | $35K | 15% |
| Canada | $33K | 14% |
| Cabo Verde | $21K | 9% |
| France | $4K | 1.9% |
| Belgium | $3K | 1.4% |
| Sierra Leone | $2K | 0.7% |
| Czech Republic | $1K | 0.5% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal computer parts imports (HS 8473): 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 8473: Machinery; parts and accessories (other than covers, carrying cases and the like) suitable for use solely or principally with machines of headings 84.70 to 84.72.
Common questions
What is the value of computer parts imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported computer parts worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 281 tonnes. That ranks it 126th of 226 countries worldwide. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer parts to Senegal?
France was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by China (18%) and Cote d'Ivoire (5%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 276% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.66 per kg in 2024, 87% below the world average of $132.75 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of computer parts to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.0 million in 2017 to $4.7 million in 2024, a fall of 6%. The peak was 2020 at $7.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does Senegal also export computer parts?
Yes. Senegal exported $231 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, the United States and Burkina Faso. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for computer parts?
The HS code for computer parts is heading 8473. In Senegal the largest six-digit codes were 8473.30 (70% of the value) and 8473.50 (27%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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