Sawn tropical wood (other species) imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
Senegal imported $19.8 million of sawn tropical wood (other species) in 2024 (56.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 27% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 48% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $40.1 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 | $19.8M | 56.6K t |
| 2023 | $27.1M | 74.6K t |
| 2022 | $40.1M | 76.6K t |
| 2021 | $32.4M | 81.9K t |
| 2020 | $23.0M | 66.3K t |
| 2019 | $30.9M | 89.4K t |
| 2018 | $8.8M | 21.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 3.2K t |
Where Senegal imports sawn tropical wood (other species) from
One supplier dominates: Cameroon accounted for 87% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+74% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cameroon | $17.3M | 87% |
| France | $1.1M | 5.6% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $891K | 4.5% |
| Slovenia | $255K | 1.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $72K | 0.4% |
| Romania | $67K | 0.3% |
| Switzerland | $59K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $33K | 0.2% |
| Brazil | $23K | 0.1% |
| United States | $8K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.35 per kg, 33% below the world average of $0.52, 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.
Sawn tropical wood (other species) exports from Senegal
In 2024, Senegal exported sawn tropical wood (other species) worth $286 thousand (362 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Cabo Verde accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Cabo Verde grew fastest (+77% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cabo Verde | $181K | 63% |
| Mauritania | $49K | 17% |
| Guinea-Bissau | $48K | 17% |
| Gambia | $8K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal sawn tropical wood (other species) imports (HS 4407.29): 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 4407.29: Wood, tropical, n.e.c. in item no. 4407.2, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm.
Common questions
What is the value of sawn tropical wood (other species) imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported sawn tropical wood (other species) worth $19.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 56.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 173 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply sawn tropical wood (other species) to Senegal?
Cameroon was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($17.3 million), followed by France (6%) and Cote d'Ivoire (4%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 465% on the year.
What is the average import price of sawn tropical wood (other species) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.35 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $0.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of sawn tropical wood (other species) to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $19.8 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $40.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.9 million a year.
Does Senegal also export sawn tropical wood (other species)?
Yes. Senegal exported $286 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Cabo Verde, Mauritania and Guinea-Bissau. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $19.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for sawn tropical wood (other species)?
The HS code for sawn tropical wood (other species) is subheading 4407.29. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4407 page.
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