Iron and steel scrap exports from Senegal: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Senegal exported iron and steel scrap worth $30.2 million (70.0 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $47.5 million.
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 | $30.2M | 70.0K t |
| 2023 | $30.5M | 65.4K t |
| 2022 | $47.5M | 112.3K t |
| 2021 | $22.3M | 58.7K t |
| 2020 | $12.4M | 41.4K t |
| 2019 | $20.1M | 63.7K t |
| 2018 | $33.9M | 95.2K t |
| 2017 | $24.3M | 82.3K t |
Where Senegal exports iron and steel scrap to
One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 95% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $28.6M | 95% |
| Netherlands | $554K | 1.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $404K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $249K | 0.8% |
| Ukraine | $230K | 0.8% |
| Gambia | $54K | 0.2% |
| Indonesia | $20K | 0.1% |
| Thailand | $12K | 0% |
| Burkina Faso | $8K | 0% |
Product types under HS 7204
| 7204.49 | Other ferrous scrap | 67% |
| 7204.10 | Cast iron scrap | 15% |
| 7204.21 | Stainless steel scrap | 11% |
| 7204.29 | Alloy steel scrap | 5.7% |
| 7204.30 | Tinned steel scrap | 1.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7204.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.43 per kg, close to the world average of $0.44.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Iron and steel scrap imports to Senegal
Imports of iron and steel scrap by Senegal reached $307 thousand in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). Spain alone supplied 55% of it. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+81% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $170K | 55% |
| Gambia | $80K | 26% |
| Italy | $43K | 14% |
| France | $9K | 2.9% |
| India | $4K | 1.2% |
| Singapore | $2K | 0.6% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal iron and steel scrap exports (HS 7204): 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 7204: Ferrous waste and scrap; remelting scrap ingots of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of iron and steel scrap exported by Senegal?
Senegal exported iron and steel scrap worth $30.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 70.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 77th of 206 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries buy iron and steel scrap from Senegal?
India was the largest buyer with 95% of the value ($28.6 million), followed by the Netherlands (2%) and the United Arab Emirates (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 9 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 83% on the year.
What is the average export price of iron and steel scrap per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.43 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.44 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of iron and steel scrap from Senegal changed since 2017?
Exports went from $24.3 million in 2017 to $30.2 million in 2024, an increase of 24%. The peak was 2022 at $47.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $27.6 million a year.
Does Senegal also import iron and steel scrap?
Yes. Senegal imported $307 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Spain, the Gambia and Italy. On balance Senegal is a net exporter of this product, by about $29.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for iron and steel scrap?
The HS code for iron and steel scrap is heading 7204. In Senegal the largest six-digit codes were 7204.49 (67% of the value) and 7204.10 (15%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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