Heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
Senegal imported $41.1 million of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes in 2024 (13.9 thousand tonnes). That is 13% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $41.1M | 13.9K t |
| 2023 | $36.3M | 10.7K t |
| 2022 | $19.7M | 7.9K t |
| 2021 | $17.5M | 8.5K t |
| 2020 | $14.3M | 7.0K t |
| 2019 | $18.7M | 8.4K t |
| 2018 | $16.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $10.3M | 3.0K t |
Where Senegal imports heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes from
China alone supplied 68% of it. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+80% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.94 per kg, 58% below the world average of $7.05, 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.
Heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes exports from Senegal
Exports of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes by Senegal reached $2.4 million in 2024 (576 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Gambia grew fastest (+858% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.3M | 53% |
| Mauritania | $259K | 11% |
| Republic of the Congo | $251K | 10% |
| Sierra Leone | $215K | 8.9% |
| Gambia | $192K | 8% |
| Guinea-Bissau | $119K | 4.9% |
| Spain | $42K | 1.7% |
| Mali | $37K | 1.5% |
| Guinea | $27K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes imports (HS 8704.23): 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 8704.23: Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes worth $41.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes to Senegal?
China was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($27.9 million), followed by Belgium (12%) and Poland (5%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Mali grew fastest among the top ten, up 225% on the year.
What is the average import price of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.94 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $7.05 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.3 million in 2017 to $41.1 million in 2024, an increase of 298%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $21.8 million a year.
Does Senegal also export heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes?
Yes. Senegal exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Mauritania and the Republic of the Congo. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $38.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes?
The HS code for heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes is subheading 8704.23. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8704 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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