Facial tissues and paper towels imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Senegal imported facial tissues and paper towels worth $5.3 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $5.3M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $3.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 844 t |
Where Senegal imports facial tissues and paper towels from
The largest suppliers were Cote d'Ivoire (47%), Italy (18%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cote d'Ivoire | $2.5M | 48% |
| Italy | $936K | 18% |
| China | $589K | 11% |
| France | $417K | 7.8% |
| Turkey | $311K | 5.8% |
| Portugal | $208K | 3.9% |
| Spain | $178K | 3.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $41K | 0.8% |
| Morocco | $34K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $15K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.80 per kg, 21% below the world average of $2.29, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal facial tissues and paper towels imports (HS 4818.20): 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 4818.20: Paper articles: handkerchiefs, cleansing or facial tissues and towels.
Common questions
What is the value of facial tissues and paper towels imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported facial tissues and paper towels worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 89th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply facial tissues and paper towels to Senegal?
Cote d'Ivoire was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by Italy (18%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 51% on the year.
What is the average import price of facial tissues and paper towels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.80 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $2.29 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of facial tissues and paper towels to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, an increase of 213%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for facial tissues and paper towels?
The HS code for facial tissues and paper towels is subheading 4818.20. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4818 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Senegal, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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