Copper wire imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of copper wire by Senegal reached $45.8 million in 2024 (4.8 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $45.8M | 4.8K t |
| 2023 | $46.8M | 4.9K t |
| 2022 | $42.7M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $43.5M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $29.0M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $26.0M | 4.1K t |
| 2018 | $24.9M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $21.6M | 3.4K t |
Where Senegal imports copper wire from
The largest suppliers were Belgium (42%), France (30%), Spain (25%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $19.1M | 42% |
| France | $13.9M | 31% |
| Spain | $11.3M | 25% |
| India | $746K | 1.6% |
| Morocco | $437K | 1% |
| Turkey | $121K | 0.3% |
| Portugal | $60K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $44K | 0.1% |
| China | $21K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3K | 0% |
Product types under HS 7408
| 7408.11 | Copper wire thick | 99% |
| 7408.19 | Copper wire fine | 0.5% |
| 7408.29 | Copper alloy wire other | 0.3% |
| 7408.21 | Brass wire | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7408.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.52 per kg, close to the world average of $9.48.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Copper wire exports from Senegal
Exports of copper wire by Senegal reached $7.0 million in 2024 (853 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Benin accounted for 78% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Benin | $5.5M | 78% |
| Gabon | $620K | 8.9% |
| Cameroon | $221K | 3.2% |
| Guinea | $160K | 2.3% |
| Gambia | $136K | 1.9% |
| DR Congo | $128K | 1.8% |
| Republic of the Congo | $128K | 1.8% |
| Belgium | $72K | 1% |
| Mali | $57K | 0.8% |
| Guinea-Bissau | $20K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal copper wire imports (HS 7408): 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 7408: Copper wire.
Common questions
What is the value of copper wire imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported copper wire worth $45.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 61st of 208 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply copper wire to Senegal?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($19.1 million), followed by France (30%) and Spain (25%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 794% on the year.
What is the average import price of copper wire per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.52 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $9.48 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of copper wire to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.6 million in 2017 to $45.8 million in 2024, an increase of 112%. The peak was 2023 at $46.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $35.0 million a year.
Does Senegal also export copper wire?
Yes. Senegal exported $7.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Benin, Gabon and Cameroon. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $38.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for copper wire?
The HS code for copper wire is heading 7408. In Senegal the largest six-digit codes were 7408.11 (99% of the value) and 7408.19 (0%).
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