Electrical parts imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Senegal imported electrical parts worth $19.6 million (818 tonnes). That is 67% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $19.6M | 818 t |
| 2023 | $11.8M | 796 t |
| 2022 | $6.4M | 714 t |
| 2021 | $10.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $7.4M | 602 t |
| 2019 | $6.4M | 608 t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 290 t |
| 2017 | $5.1M | 388 t |
Where Senegal imports electrical parts from
India alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+776% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $10.2M | 52% |
| China | $1.7M | 8.6% |
| France | $1.5M | 7.7% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 6.2% |
| Romania | $1.1M | 5.8% |
| Italy | $815K | 4.2% |
| Morocco | $673K | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $513K | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $459K | 2.4% |
| South Africa | $278K | 1.4% |
Product types under HS 8538
| 8538.90 | Electrical apparatus: parts suitable for use solely or principally with the apparatus of heading no. 8535, 8536 or 8537 | 80% |
| 8538.10 | Distribution board parts | 20% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8538.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.93 per kg, close to the world average of $24.56.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Electrical parts exports from Senegal
In 2024, Senegal exported electrical parts worth $356 thousand (4 tonnes). Most of it went to Poland (37%), Mexico (23%), Angola (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $133K | 37% |
| Mexico | $82K | 23% |
| Angola | $39K | 11% |
| Guinea-Bissau | $26K | 7.2% |
| Australia | $14K | 4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $11K | 3.1% |
| Morocco | $10K | 2.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $8K | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $8K | 2.1% |
| Niger | $5K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal electrical parts imports (HS 8538): 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 8538: Electrical apparatus; parts suitable for use solely or principally with the apparatus of heading no. 8535, 8536 and 8537.
Common questions
What is the value of electrical parts imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported electrical parts worth $19.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 818 tonnes. That ranks it 90th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 67% on 2023.
Which countries supply electrical parts to Senegal?
India was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($10.2 million), followed by China (9%) and France (8%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 52 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 776% on the year.
What is the average import price of electrical parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.93 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $24.56 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electrical parts to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.1 million in 2017 to $19.6 million in 2024, an increase of 283%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.0 million a year.
Does Senegal also export electrical parts?
Yes. Senegal exported $356 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Poland, Mexico and Angola. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $19.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrical parts?
The HS code for electrical parts is heading 8538. In Senegal the largest six-digit codes were 8538.90 (80% of the value) and 8538.10 (20%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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