Multi-purpose adhesive imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of multi-purpose adhesive by Senegal reached $2.5 million in 2024 (2.8 thousand tonnes). That is 4% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $2.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $1.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $989K | 897 t |
| 2018 | $1.0M | 448 t |
| 2017 | $963K | 380 t |
Where Senegal imports multi-purpose adhesive from
Most of the value came from China (47%), Italy (10%), South Korea (8%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+350% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 47% |
| Italy | $241K | 9.6% |
| South Korea | $214K | 8.5% |
| South Africa | $180K | 7.1% |
| Tunisia | $168K | 6.7% |
| India | $102K | 4.1% |
| Spain | $89K | 3.6% |
| France | $89K | 3.5% |
| Greece | $40K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $40K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.89 per kg, 72% below the world average of $3.14, 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.
Multi-purpose adhesive exports from Senegal
Exports of multi-purpose adhesive by Senegal reached $207 thousand in 2024 (84 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Gambia accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Gambia grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Gambia | $136K | 66% |
| Guinea | $29K | 14% |
| Burkina Faso | $25K | 12% |
| Mauritania | $3K | 1.6% |
| Guinea-Bissau | $3K | 1.4% |
| Greece | $3K | 1.4% |
| United States | $3K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 1.2% |
| Mali | $2K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal multi-purpose adhesive imports (HS 3506.99): 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 3506.99: Glues and other adhesives: prepared, n.e.c. in heading no. 3506, not exceeding a net weight of 1kg.
Common questions
What is the value of multi-purpose adhesive imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported multi-purpose adhesive worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 98th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply multi-purpose adhesive to Senegal?
China was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Italy (10%) and South Korea (8%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 350% on the year.
What is the average import price of multi-purpose adhesive per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.89 per kg in 2024, 72% below the world average of $3.14 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of multi-purpose adhesive to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $963 thousand in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 161%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
Does Senegal also export multi-purpose adhesive?
Yes. Senegal exported $207 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Gambia, Guinea and Burkina Faso. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for multi-purpose adhesive?
The HS code for multi-purpose adhesive is subheading 3506.99. It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3506 page.
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