Shovels and loaders (other) imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
Senegal imported $24.8 million of shovels and loaders (other) in 2024 (8.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 16% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 33% 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 | $24.8M | 8.0K t |
| 2023 | $21.3M | 6.3K t |
| 2022 | $17.8M | 7.0K t |
| 2021 | $14.9M | 6.0K t |
| 2020 | $12.3M | 4.9K t |
| 2019 | $14.2M | 5.0K t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 717 t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 795 t |
Where Senegal imports shovels and loaders (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (42%), Japan (24%), Belgium (9%). Among the main suppliers, Morocco grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.4M | 42% |
| Japan | $5.9M | 24% |
| Belgium | $2.3M | 9.4% |
| India | $722K | 2.9% |
| Mauritius | $663K | 2.7% |
| Morocco | $564K | 2.3% |
| Gambia | $442K | 1.8% |
| Togo | $394K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $381K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $372K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.11 per kg, 52% below the world average of $6.43, 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.
Shovels and loaders (other) exports from Senegal
Exports of shovels and loaders (other) by Senegal reached $2.1 million in 2024 (747 tonnes). Most of it went to Mali (34%), Guinea (21%), Spain (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Guinea grew fastest (+201% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal shovels and loaders (other) imports (HS 8429.59): 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 8429.59: Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50.
Common questions
What is the value of shovels and loaders (other) imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported shovels and loaders (other) worth $24.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 213 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply shovels and loaders (other) to Senegal?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($10.4 million), followed by Japan (24%) and Belgium (9%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Togo grew fastest among the top ten, up 336% on the year.
What is the average import price of shovels and loaders (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.11 per kg in 2024, 52% below the world average of $6.43 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of shovels and loaders (other) to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $24.8 million in 2024, an increase of 619%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $14.1 million a year.
Does Senegal also export shovels and loaders (other)?
Yes. Senegal exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mali, Guinea and Spain. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $22.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for shovels and loaders (other)?
The HS code for shovels and loaders (other) is subheading 8429.59. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8429 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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