Electrical switching apparatus (other) imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Senegal imported electrical switching apparatus (other) worth $18.7 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 91% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $18.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $9.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $15.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $9.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $7.5M | 914 t |
| 2019 | $6.5M | 750 t |
| 2018 | $7.7M | 391 t |
| 2017 | $7.2M | 507 t |
Where Senegal imports electrical switching apparatus (other) from
Most of the value came from France (45%), Turkey (19%), China (12%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $8.5M | 46% |
| Turkey | $3.5M | 19% |
| China | $2.2M | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.2M | 6.3% |
| Australia | $608K | 3.3% |
| Portugal | $494K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $403K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $297K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $241K | 1.3% |
| United States | $231K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.30 per kg, 65% below the world average of $35.57, 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.
Electrical switching apparatus (other) exports from Senegal
Exports of electrical switching apparatus (other) by Senegal reached $250 thousand in 2024 (9 tonnes). Most of it went to Italy (23%), United Kingdom (22%), Cabo Verde (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Guinea-Bissau grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $58K | 23% |
| United Kingdom | $54K | 22% |
| Cabo Verde | $45K | 18% |
| Guinea-Bissau | $37K | 15% |
| Netherlands | $12K | 4.8% |
| Mauritania | $9K | 3.5% |
| Angola | $8K | 3.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $7K | 2.7% |
| Gambia | $5K | 1.9% |
| Spain | $4K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal electrical switching apparatus (other) imports (HS 8536.90): 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 8536.90: Electrical apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for switching or protecting electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts.
Common questions
What is the value of electrical switching apparatus (other) imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported electrical switching apparatus (other) worth $18.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 91% on 2023.
Which countries supply electrical switching apparatus (other) to Senegal?
France was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($8.5 million), followed by Turkey (19%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 58 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 692% on the year.
What is the average import price of electrical switching apparatus (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.30 per kg in 2024, 65% below the world average of $35.57 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of electrical switching apparatus (other) to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.2 million in 2017 to $18.7 million in 2024, an increase of 161%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.2 million a year.
Does Senegal also export electrical switching apparatus (other)?
Yes. Senegal exported $250 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, the United Kingdom and Cabo Verde. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $18.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrical switching apparatus (other)?
The HS code for electrical switching apparatus (other) is subheading 8536.90. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8536 page.
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