Ginger and spices imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Senegal imported ginger and spices worth $2.1 million (7.8 thousand tonnes). Value fell 18% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $3.0 million.
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 | $2.1M | 7.8K t |
| 2023 | $2.6M | 8.6K t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 7.9K t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 5.5K t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 3.5K t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 4.2K t |
| 2018 | $1.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 615 t |
Where Senegal imports ginger and spices from
Most of the value came from Cote d'Ivoire (28%), India (27%), Lebanon (15%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cote d'Ivoire | $590K | 28% |
| India | $569K | 27% |
| Lebanon | $327K | 15% |
| France | $238K | 11% |
| Syria | $115K | 5.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $69K | 3.2% |
| Turkey | $48K | 2.3% |
| Spain | $39K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $39K | 1.8% |
| China | $24K | 1.1% |
Product types under HS 0910
| 0910.91 | Mixed spices | 45% |
| 0910.99 | Spices (other varieties) | 24% |
| 0910.11 | Dried ginger | 20% |
| 0910.30 | Turmeric | 7.1% |
| 0910.12 | Ground ginger | 3.9% |
| 0910.20 | Saffron | 0.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0910.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.27 per kg, 88% below the world average of $2.23, 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.
Ginger and spices exports from Senegal
Exports of ginger and spices by Senegal reached $415 thousand in 2024 (400 tonnes). Most of it went to Spain (33%), France (22%), Mali (15%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+570% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $137K | 33% |
| France | $92K | 22% |
| Mali | $64K | 15% |
| Angola | $21K | 5.2% |
| Canada | $18K | 4.2% |
| United States | $15K | 3.6% |
| Mauritania | $15K | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $12K | 2.8% |
| Switzerland | $11K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $10K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal ginger and spices imports (HS 0910): 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 0910: Ginger, saffron, tumeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry and other spices.
Common questions
What is the value of ginger and spices imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported ginger and spices worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 112th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply ginger and spices to Senegal?
Cote d'Ivoire was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($590 thousand), followed by India (27%) and Lebanon (15%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Lebanon grew fastest among the top ten, up 327% on the year.
What is the average import price of ginger and spices per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.27 per kg in 2024, 88% below the world average of $2.23 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ginger and spices to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 52%. The peak was 2022 at $3.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
Does Senegal also export ginger and spices?
Yes. Senegal exported $415 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, France and Mali. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for ginger and spices?
The HS code for ginger and spices is heading 0910. In Senegal the largest six-digit codes were 0910.91 (45% of the value) and 0910.99 (24%).
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