Magnesite refractory bricks imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Senegal imported magnesite refractory bricks worth $3.7 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). That is 13% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $3.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.2M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 1.3K t |
Where Senegal imports magnesite refractory bricks from
Germany alone supplied 59% of it. Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+163% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.2M | 59% |
| Austria | $477K | 13% |
| China | $294K | 8% |
| Brazil | $201K | 5.5% |
| Belgium | $122K | 3.3% |
| Spain | $112K | 3.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $104K | 2.8% |
| Thailand | $88K | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $74K | 2% |
| India | $11K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.67 per kg, 44% above the world average of $1.16. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Senegal magnesite refractory bricks imports (HS 6902.10): 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 6902.10: Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles and similar refractory ceramic constructional goods: containing by weight, singly or together, more than 50% of the elements Mg, Ca or Cr, expressed as MgO, CaO or Cr2o3.
Common questions
What is the value of magnesite refractory bricks imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported magnesite refractory bricks worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 175 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply magnesite refractory bricks to Senegal?
Germany was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Austria (13%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 163% on the year.
What is the average import price of magnesite refractory bricks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.67 per kg in 2024, 44% above the world average of $1.16 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of magnesite refractory bricks to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, an increase of 198%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for magnesite refractory bricks?
The HS code for magnesite refractory bricks is subheading 6902.10. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6902 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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