Pleasure vessels imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Senegal imported pleasure vessels worth $11.0 million (478 tonnes). That is 912% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% 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 | $11.0M | 478 t |
| 2023 | $1.1M | 86 t |
| 2022 | $1.0M | 54 t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 100 t |
| 2020 | $383K | 90 t |
| 2019 | $680K | 276 t |
| 2018 | $4.8M | 147 t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 39 t |
Where Senegal imports pleasure vessels from
Iceland alone supplied 58% of it. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+377% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iceland | $6.3M | 58% |
| Lithuania | $3.0M | 27% |
| France | $1.0M | 9.2% |
| United States | $282K | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $113K | 1% |
| Tunisia | $75K | 0.7% |
| Spain | $38K | 0.4% |
| China | $35K | 0.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $27K | 0.3% |
| Canada | $23K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 8903
| 8903.99 | Rowing boats and canoes | 95% |
| 8903.92 | Motor pleasure boats | 3% |
| 8903.10 | Inflatable pleasure boats | 2.4% |
| 8903.91 | Sailboats | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8903.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.98 per kg, 50% below the world average of $46.19, 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.
Pleasure vessels exports from Senegal
Senegal exported $782 thousand of pleasure vessels in 2024 (35 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 86% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $669K | 86% |
| Mauritania | $50K | 6.4% |
| Benin | $16K | 2% |
| Equatorial Guinea | $13K | 1.6% |
| Guinea | $11K | 1.4% |
| Portugal | $10K | 1.3% |
| Guinea-Bissau | $5K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $4K | 0.4% |
| Mali | $3K | 0.4% |
| Cameroon | $2K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal pleasure vessels imports (HS 8903): 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 8903: Yachts and other vessels; for pleasure or sports, rowing boats and canoes.
Common questions
What is the value of pleasure vessels imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported pleasure vessels worth $11.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 478 tonnes. That ranks it 87th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 912% on 2023.
Which countries supply pleasure vessels to Senegal?
Iceland was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($6.3 million), followed by Lithuania (27%) and France (9%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 377% on the year.
What is the average import price of pleasure vessels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.98 per kg in 2024, 50% below the world average of $46.19 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pleasure vessels to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $11.0 million in 2024, an increase of 599%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
Does Senegal also export pleasure vessels?
Yes. Senegal exported $782 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Mauritania and Benin. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $10.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for pleasure vessels?
The HS code for pleasure vessels is heading 8903. In Senegal the largest six-digit codes were 8903.99 (95% of the value) and 8903.92 (3%).
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