Specialized machinery imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Senegal imported specialized machinery worth $49.0 million (3.6 thousand tonnes). That is 21% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $77.8 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 | $49.0M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $62.4M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $77.8M | 4.4K t |
| 2021 | $51.3M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $25.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $26.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $24.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $17.0M | 2.0K t |
Where Senegal imports specialized machinery from
The largest suppliers were China (18%), Germany (10%), France (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 37%. Among the main suppliers, Morocco grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.7M | 18% |
| Germany | $4.8M | 9.7% |
| France | $4.6M | 9.4% |
| India | $4.2M | 8.5% |
| United States | $3.8M | 7.8% |
| Italy | $3.4M | 7% |
| Morocco | $3.3M | 6.7% |
| Australia | $3.2M | 6.6% |
| Belgium | $2.2M | 4.6% |
| Taiwan | $1.3M | 2.6% |
Product types under HS 8479
| 8479.89 | Specialized machinery (other types) | 39% |
| 8479.90 | Specialized machinery parts | 18% |
| 8479.82 | Industrial mixing and homogenizing machines | 18% |
| 8479.20 | Oil extraction and pressing machinery | 9.8% |
| 8479.10 | Construction and public works machinery | 7.7% |
| 8479.60 | Evaporative air coolers | 3.9% |
| 8479.81 | Metal treating and winding machinery | 1.4% |
| 8479.40 | Rope and cable making machines | 1.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8479.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.51 per kg, 27% below the world average of $18.55, 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.
Specialized machinery exports from Senegal
Senegal exported $8.3 million of specialized machinery in 2024 (360 tonnes). Most of it went to Malaysia (27%), Cote d'Ivoire (20%), United Kingdom (15%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $2.2M | 27% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $1.7M | 20% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 15% |
| Belgium | $657K | 7.9% |
| Spain | $367K | 4.4% |
| Guinea | $337K | 4% |
| Morocco | $293K | 3.5% |
| Nigeria | $240K | 2.9% |
| United States | $226K | 2.7% |
| Angola | $216K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal specialized machinery imports (HS 8479): 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 8479: Machinery and mechanical appliances; having individual functions, n.e.c. in this chapter.
Common questions
What is the value of specialized machinery imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported specialized machinery worth $49.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 95th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialized machinery to Senegal?
China was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($8.7 million), followed by Germany (10%) and France (9%). The top three together account for 37%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 293% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialized machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.51 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $18.55 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of specialized machinery to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.0 million in 2017 to $49.0 million in 2024, an increase of 188%. The peak was 2022 at $77.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $41.7 million a year.
Does Senegal also export specialized machinery?
Yes. Senegal exported $8.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malaysia, Cote d'Ivoire and the United Kingdom. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $40.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialized machinery?
The HS code for specialized machinery is heading 8479. In Senegal the largest six-digit codes were 8479.89 (39% of the value) and 8479.90 (18%).
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