Polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Senegal imported polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes worth $6.6 million (2.5 thousand tonnes). That is 62% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $6.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $4.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $6.8M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $6.3M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $6.5M | 4.6K t |
| 2017 | $3.4M | 2.0K t |
Where Senegal imports polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes from
The largest suppliers were India (36%), Cote d'Ivoire (15%), Morocco (9%). Among the main suppliers, Morocco grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.4M | 36% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $1.0M | 15% |
| Morocco | $619K | 9.4% |
| China | $508K | 7.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $505K | 7.7% |
| Australia | $502K | 7.6% |
| Turkey | $323K | 4.9% |
| Tunisia | $300K | 4.5% |
| Spain | $189K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $127K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.63 per kg, close to the world average of $2.25.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes exports from Senegal
Senegal exported $869 thousand of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes in 2024 (477 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Gambia accounted for 88% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Gambia | $763K | 88% |
| Guinea | $49K | 5.7% |
| United Kingdom | $23K | 2.7% |
| Mauritania | $15K | 1.8% |
| Guinea-Bissau | $10K | 1.1% |
| Mali | $6K | 0.7% |
| Cabo Verde | $2K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes imports (HS 3917.23): 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 3917.23: Plastics: tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of vinyl chloride.
Common questions
What is the value of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 62% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes to Senegal?
India was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by Cote d'Ivoire (15%) and Morocco (9%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 62% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.63 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $2.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.4 million in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024, an increase of 93%. The peak was 2022 at $6.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.4 million a year.
Does Senegal also export polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes?
Yes. Senegal exported $869 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Gambia, Guinea and the United Kingdom. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $5.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes?
The HS code for polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes is subheading 3917.23. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3917 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Senegal, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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