Hot-rolled steel angles imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Senegal imported hot-rolled steel angles worth $4.4 million (7.3 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $9.0 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 | $4.4M | 7.3K t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 6.1K t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 6.4K t |
| 2021 | $9.0M | 11.7K t |
| 2020 | $7.2M | 13.1K t |
| 2019 | $6.1M | 10.3K t |
| 2018 | $6.9M | 10.9K t |
| 2017 | $6.6M | 12.4K t |
Where Senegal imports hot-rolled steel angles from
Turkey alone supplied 72% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+324% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $3.1M | 72% |
| Ghana | $656K | 15% |
| China | $480K | 11% |
| Portugal | $22K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $18K | 0.4% |
| India | $15K | 0.3% |
| Luxembourg | $13K | 0.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3K | 0.1% |
| Australia | $1K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.60 per kg, 38% below the world average of $0.97, 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.
Hot-rolled steel angles exports from Senegal
Exports of hot-rolled steel angles by Senegal reached $575 thousand in 2024 (633 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Mauritania accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Gambia grew fastest (+275% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mauritania | $416K | 72% |
| Gambia | $117K | 20% |
| Mali | $19K | 3.3% |
| Guinea | $9K | 1.6% |
| Guinea-Bissau | $8K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $6K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal hot-rolled steel angles imports (HS 7216.50): 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 7216.50: Iron or non-alloy steel: angles, shapes and sections, n.e.c. in heading no. 7216, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded.
Common questions
What is the value of hot-rolled steel angles imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported hot-rolled steel angles worth $4.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 198 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply hot-rolled steel angles to Senegal?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Ghana (15%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 816% on the year.
What is the average import price of hot-rolled steel angles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.60 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $0.97 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of hot-rolled steel angles to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.6 million in 2017 to $4.4 million in 2024, a fall of 34%. The peak was 2021 at $9.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.3 million a year.
Does Senegal also export hot-rolled steel angles?
Yes. Senegal exported $575 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mauritania, the Gambia and Mali. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $3.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for hot-rolled steel angles?
The HS code for hot-rolled steel angles is subheading 7216.50. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7216 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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