Forged grinding balls imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Senegal imported forged grinding balls worth $11.1 million (11.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 102% on 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 | $11.1M | 11.2K t |
| 2023 | $5.5M | 4.9K t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 5.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.2M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $13.2M | 13.6K t |
| 2019 | $6.3M | 5.4K t |
| 2018 | $7.4M | 7.8K t |
| 2017 | $5.4M | 6.7K t |
Where Senegal imports forged grinding balls from
The largest suppliers were China (49%), Chile (31%), Indonesia (14%). Among the main suppliers, Chile grew fastest (+186% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.4M | 49% |
| Chile | $3.5M | 31% |
| Indonesia | $1.5M | 14% |
| Italy | $271K | 2.5% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $263K | 2.4% |
| Burkina Faso | $153K | 1.4% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
| India | $1K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.99 per kg, close to the world average of $0.98.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Forged grinding balls exports from Senegal
Exports of forged grinding balls by Senegal reached $225 thousand in 2024 (170 tonnes). Burkina Faso alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Burkina Faso | $225K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal forged grinding balls imports (HS 7326.11): 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 7326.11: Iron or steel: grinding balls and similar articles for mills, forged or stamped, but not further worked.
Common questions
What is the value of forged grinding balls imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported forged grinding balls worth $11.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 170 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 102% on 2023.
Which countries supply forged grinding balls to Senegal?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by Chile (31%) and Indonesia (14%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Chile grew fastest among the top ten, up 186% on the year.
What is the average import price of forged grinding balls per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.99 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.98 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of forged grinding balls to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.4 million in 2017 to $11.1 million in 2024, an increase of 104%. The peak was 2020 at $13.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.1 million a year.
Does Senegal also export forged grinding balls?
Yes. Senegal exported $225 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burkina Faso. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $10.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for forged grinding balls?
The HS code for forged grinding balls is subheading 7326.11. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7326 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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