Plastic packing cases imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Senegal imported plastic packing cases worth $7.3 million (2.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 13% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $7.3M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $6.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $6.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $6.5M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $6.5M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $6.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $5.0M | 1.7K t |
Where Senegal imports plastic packing cases from
The largest suppliers were China (33%), Turkey (26%), France (12%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+88% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.93 per kg, 20% below the world average of $3.67, 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.
Plastic packing cases exports from Senegal
Exports of plastic packing cases by Senegal reached $761 thousand in 2024 (278 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Mali accounted for 65% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mali | $497K | 65% |
| Spain | $89K | 12% |
| Guinea-Bissau | $70K | 9.2% |
| United Kingdom | $52K | 6.9% |
| Mauritania | $23K | 3% |
| Gambia | $9K | 1.2% |
| Burkina Faso | $8K | 1.1% |
| Sierra Leone | $7K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.4% |
| United States | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal plastic packing cases imports (HS 3923.10): 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 3923.10: Plastics: boxes, cases, crates and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic packing cases imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported plastic packing cases worth $7.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 93rd of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic packing cases to Senegal?
China was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by Turkey (26%) and France (12%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 88% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic packing cases per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.93 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $3.67 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic packing cases to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.0 million in 2017 to $7.3 million in 2024, an increase of 45%. The peak was 2021 at $8.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.6 million a year.
Does Senegal also export plastic packing cases?
Yes. Senegal exported $761 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mali, Spain and Guinea-Bissau. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $6.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic packing cases?
The HS code for plastic packing cases is subheading 3923.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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