Diesel buses imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of diesel buses by Senegal reached $20.0 million in 2024 (4.0 thousand tonnes). Value fell 75% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $79.2 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 | $20.0M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $79.2M | 7.8K t |
| 2022 | $11.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $43.5M | 6.4K t |
| 2020 | $8.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $22.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $16.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $5.4M | 2.6K t |
Where Senegal imports diesel buses from
The largest suppliers were China (28%), Czech Republic (20%), South Korea (12%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+86% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.7M | 29% |
| Czech Republic | $3.9M | 20% |
| South Korea | $2.5M | 12% |
| Japan | $1.8M | 9.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.5M | 7.3% |
| India | $1.4M | 6.8% |
| Egypt | $1.3M | 6.6% |
| Belgium | $374K | 1.9% |
| France | $283K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $235K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.00 per kg, 53% below the world average of $10.74, 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.
Diesel buses exports from Senegal
Senegal exported $908 thousand of diesel buses in 2024 (139 tonnes). Most of it went to Czech Republic (34%), Togo (22%), Guinea-Bissau (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Guinea-Bissau grew fastest (+287% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $308K | 34% |
| Togo | $203K | 22% |
| Guinea-Bissau | $166K | 18% |
| Benin | $71K | 7.8% |
| Mali | $46K | 5.1% |
| Brunei | $39K | 4.3% |
| Belgium | $37K | 4.1% |
| Gambia | $26K | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $12K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal diesel buses imports (HS 8702.10): 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 8702.10: Vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), new or used.
Common questions
What is the value of diesel buses imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported diesel buses worth $20.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 98th of 206 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 75% on 2023.
Which countries supply diesel buses to Senegal?
China was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($5.7 million), followed by the Czech Republic (20%) and South Korea (12%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 86% on the year.
What is the average import price of diesel buses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.00 per kg in 2024, 53% below the world average of $10.74 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of diesel buses to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.4 million in 2017 to $20.0 million in 2024, an increase of 272%. The peak was 2023 at $79.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $25.8 million a year.
Does Senegal also export diesel buses?
Yes. Senegal exported $908 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Czech Republic, Togo and Guinea-Bissau. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $19.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for diesel buses?
The HS code for diesel buses is subheading 8702.10. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8702 page.
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