Polyvinyl chloride (pure) imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Senegal imported polyvinyl chloride (pure) worth $13.6 million (16.4 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $27.1 million.
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 | $13.6M | 16.4K t |
| 2023 | $14.0M | 15.6K t |
| 2022 | $27.1M | 19.4K t |
| 2021 | $25.4M | 15.6K t |
| 2020 | $11.8M | 13.4K t |
| 2019 | $12.6M | 14.2K t |
| 2018 | $11.5M | 13.7K t |
| 2017 | $12.8M | 13.9K t |
Where Senegal imports polyvinyl chloride (pure) from
United States alone supplied 70% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $9.5M | 70% |
| China | $1.2M | 9.2% |
| France | $1.1M | 8.3% |
| Egypt | $555K | 4.1% |
| Belgium | $511K | 3.8% |
| Italy | $228K | 1.7% |
| South Korea | $120K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $92K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $51K | 0.4% |
| Sweden | $43K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.83 per kg, close to the world average of $0.87.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyvinyl chloride (pure) exports from Senegal
In 2024, Senegal exported polyvinyl chloride (pure) worth $299 thousand (365 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Gambia accounted for 94% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Gambia | $281K | 94% |
| United Kingdom | $12K | 4% |
| Mauritania | $6K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal polyvinyl chloride (pure) imports (HS 3904.10): 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 3904.10: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers: poly(vinyl chloride), not mixed with any other substances, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polyvinyl chloride (pure) imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported polyvinyl chloride (pure) worth $13.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 83rd of 192 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyvinyl chloride (pure) to Senegal?
The United States was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($9.5 million), followed by China (9%) and France (8%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 107% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyvinyl chloride (pure) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.83 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.87 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 (pure) to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.8 million in 2017 to $13.6 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. The peak was 2022 at $27.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.1 million a year.
Does Senegal also export polyvinyl chloride (pure)?
Yes. Senegal exported $299 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Gambia, the United Kingdom and Mauritania. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $13.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyvinyl chloride (pure)?
The HS code for polyvinyl chloride (pure) is subheading 3904.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3904 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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