Printed matter imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
Senegal imported $5.2 million of printed matter in 2024 (809 tonnes). That is 23% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $6.7 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 | $5.2M | 809 t |
| 2023 | $6.7M | 828 t |
| 2022 | $5.5M | 678 t |
| 2021 | $5.3M | 619 t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 369 t |
| 2019 | $4.9M | 366 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 268 t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 432 t |
Where Senegal imports printed matter from
Malaysia alone supplied 54% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $2.8M | 54% |
| China | $718K | 14% |
| France | $614K | 12% |
| Turkey | $538K | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $130K | 2.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $111K | 2.2% |
| India | $35K | 0.7% |
| South Africa | $33K | 0.6% |
| Tunisia | $29K | 0.6% |
| Morocco | $27K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 4911
| 4911.91 | Printed pictures and photographs | 57% |
| 4911.99 | Printed matter (other types) | 24% |
| 4911.10 | Trade catalogues and advertising materials | 20% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4911.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.38 per kg, close to the world average of $7.38.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Printed matter exports from Senegal
Senegal exported $455 thousand of printed matter in 2024 (87 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Mali accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mali | $247K | 54% |
| Guinea | $76K | 17% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $44K | 9.8% |
| Zambia | $21K | 4.5% |
| Guinea-Bissau | $13K | 2.9% |
| Benin | $11K | 2.4% |
| South Korea | $6K | 1.2% |
| Morocco | $5K | 1.1% |
| United States | $5K | 1.1% |
| Burkina Faso | $4K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal printed matter imports (HS 4911): 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 4911: Printed matter, n.e.c., including printed pictures and photographs.
Common questions
What is the value of printed matter imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported printed matter worth $5.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 809 tonnes. That ranks it 105th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed matter to Senegal?
Malaysia was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by China (14%) and France (12%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. Tunisia grew fastest among the top ten, up 278% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed matter per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.38 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $7.38 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of printed matter to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $5.2 million in 2024, an increase of 126%. The peak was 2023 at $6.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
Does Senegal also export printed matter?
Yes. Senegal exported $455 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mali, Guinea and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed matter?
The HS code for printed matter is heading 4911. In Senegal the largest six-digit codes were 4911.91 (56% of the value) and 4911.99 (24%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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