Ice cream imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ice cream by Senegal reached $3.2 million in 2024 (771 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $3.2M | 771 t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 757 t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 907 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 431 t |
Where Senegal imports ice cream from
France alone supplied 74% of it. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+68% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $2.3M | 74% |
| Russia | $407K | 13% |
| Belgium | $131K | 4.2% |
| Tunisia | $90K | 2.8% |
| Qatar | $52K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $38K | 1.2% |
| Iran | $36K | 1.1% |
| Jordan | $21K | 0.7% |
| Switzerland | $16K | 0.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $11K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.10 per kg, close to the world average of $3.66.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ice cream exports from Senegal
In 2024, Senegal exported ice cream worth $370 thousand (252 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Cote d'Ivoire accounted for 99% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cote d'Ivoire | $365K | 99% |
| Gambia | $3K | 0.7% |
| Mauritania | $2K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal ice cream imports (HS 2105): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 2105: Ice cream and other edible ice; whether or not containing cocoa.
Common questions
What is the value of ice cream imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported ice cream worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 771 tonnes. That ranks it 105th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply ice cream to Senegal?
France was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Russia (13%) and Belgium (4%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Tunisia grew fastest among the top ten, up 171% on the year.
What is the average import price of ice cream per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.10 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $3.66 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of ice cream to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, an increase of 110%. The peak was 2022 at $3.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
Does Senegal also export ice cream?
Yes. Senegal exported $370 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Cote d'Ivoire, the Gambia and Mauritania. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for ice cream?
The HS code for ice cream is heading 2105. In Senegal all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2105.00. It sits in HS chapter 21 (miscellaneous edible preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2105 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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