Gold exports from Senegal: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Senegal exported gold worth $827.8 million (14 tonnes). Value fell 24% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $1.09 billion.
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 | $827.8M | 14 t |
| 2023 | $1.09B | 20 t |
| 2022 | $1.04B | 20 t |
| 2021 | $1.08B | 21 t |
| 2020 | $811.9M | 16 t |
| 2019 | $793.6M | 20 t |
| 2018 | $676.7M | 19 t |
| 2017 | $282.3M | 8 t |
Where Senegal exports gold to
Switzerland alone took 68% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $566.8M | 69% |
| Australia | $192.1M | 23% |
| United Arab Emirates | $65.0M | 7.9% |
| Thailand | $1.8M | 0.2% |
| China | $820K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $796K | 0.1% |
| France | $501K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $100K | 0% |
Product types under HS 7108
| 7108.12 | Metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder) | 98% |
| 7108.13 | Gold semi-manufactured forms | 1.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7108.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $57,485.50 per kg, close to the world average of $57,889.60.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Gold imports to Senegal
Senegal imported $1.0 million of gold in 2024 (0 tonnes). One supplier dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 99% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.0M | 99% |
| Italy | $6K | 0.6% |
| Australia | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal gold exports (HS 7108): 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 7108: Gold (including gold plated with platinum) unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form.
Common questions
What is the value of gold exported by Senegal?
Senegal exported gold worth $827.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14 tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 157 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries buy gold from Senegal?
Switzerland was the largest buyer with 68% of the value ($566.8 million), followed by Australia (23%) and the United Arab Emirates (8%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 8 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of gold per kg?
The average declared export value was about $57,485.50 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $57,889.60 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of gold from Senegal changed since 2017?
Exports went from $282.3 million in 2017 to $827.8 million in 2024, an increase of 193%. The peak was 2023 at $1.09 billion. Over 8 years the average was $826.3 million a year.
Does Senegal also import gold?
Yes. Senegal imported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United Arab Emirates, Italy and Australia. On balance Senegal is a net exporter of this product, by about $826.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for gold?
The HS code for gold is heading 7108. In Senegal the largest six-digit codes were 7108.12 (98% of the value) and 7108.13 (2%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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