Light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes by Senegal reached $71.8 million in 2024 (10.9 thousand tonnes). Value fell 24% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $94.4 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 | $71.8M | 10.9K t |
| 2023 | $94.4M | 12.2K t |
| 2022 | $72.9M | 11.4K t |
| 2021 | $69.9M | 10.6K t |
| 2020 | $45.8M | 8.7K t |
| 2019 | $56.6M | 10.9K t |
| 2018 | $41.4M | 9.3K t |
| 2017 | $39.6M | 8.4K t |
Where Senegal imports light diesel trucks <5 tonnes from
Most of the value came from South Korea (19%), Thailand (19%), China (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $13.9M | 19% |
| Thailand | $13.8M | 19% |
| China | $7.1M | 9.8% |
| South Africa | $6.8M | 9.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $6.5M | 9.1% |
| India | $5.7M | 8% |
| Belgium | $4.7M | 6.6% |
| Japan | $2.5M | 3.6% |
| Mali | $2.3M | 3.2% |
| Azerbaijan | $1.9M | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.57 per kg, 42% below the world average of $11.39, 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.
Light diesel trucks <5 tonnes exports from Senegal
Senegal exported $6.0 million of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes in 2024 (607 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Guinea-Bissau (28%), Bangladesh (25%), Mali (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Gambia grew fastest (+314% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Guinea-Bissau | $1.7M | 28% |
| Bangladesh | $1.5M | 25% |
| Mali | $885K | 15% |
| Togo | $651K | 11% |
| Gambia | $318K | 5.3% |
| Cameroon | $197K | 3.3% |
| Mauritania | $154K | 2.6% |
| Burkina Faso | $115K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $77K | 1.3% |
| Liberia | $74K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imports (HS 8704.21): 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 8704.21: Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported light diesel trucks <5 tonnes worth $71.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 83rd of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply light diesel trucks <5 tonnes to Senegal?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 19% of the value ($13.9 million), followed by Thailand (19%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. Azerbaijan grew fastest among the top ten, up 282% on the year.
What is the average import price of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.57 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $11.39 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $39.6 million in 2017 to $71.8 million in 2024, an increase of 81%. The peak was 2023 at $94.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $61.6 million a year.
Does Senegal also export light diesel trucks <5 tonnes?
Yes. Senegal exported $6.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Guinea-Bissau, Bangladesh and Mali. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $65.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for light diesel trucks <5 tonnes?
The HS code for light diesel trucks <5 tonnes is subheading 8704.21. 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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