Fresh peppers exports from Senegal: data, top buyers and prices
Senegal exported $3.1 million of fresh peppers in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Value fell 5% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 872 t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 903 t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 754 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 457 t |
Where Senegal exports fresh peppers to
One buyer market dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 89% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+334% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $2.7M | 89% |
| France | $287K | 9.4% |
| Guinea | $14K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $13K | 0.4% |
| Bulgaria | $7K | 0.2% |
| Switzerland | $7K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $4K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $2K | 0.1% |
| Estonia | $2K | 0.1% |
| Guinea-Bissau | $1K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.68 per kg, 44% above the world average of $1.86. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fresh peppers imports to Senegal
Senegal imported $1.6 million of fresh peppers in 2024 (6.3 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Morocco accounted for 99% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $1.6M | 99% |
| Mauritania | $4K | 0.3% |
| Burkina Faso | $3K | 0.2% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $2K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $1K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $1K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal fresh peppers exports (HS 0709.60): 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 0709.60: Vegetables: fruits of the genus capsicum or of the genus pimenta, fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh peppers exported by Senegal?
Senegal exported fresh peppers worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 162 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy fresh peppers from Senegal?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 89% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by France (9%) and Guinea (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 20 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 334% on the year.
What is the average export price of fresh peppers per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.68 per kg in 2024, 44% above the world average of $1.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of fresh peppers from Senegal changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 146%. The peak was 2021 at $3.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
Does Senegal also import fresh peppers?
Yes. Senegal imported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Morocco, Mauritania and Burkina Faso. On balance Senegal is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh peppers?
The HS code for fresh peppers is subheading 0709.60. It sits in HS chapter 07 (vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0709 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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