Steel articles imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Senegal imported steel articles worth $66.3 million (23.3 thousand tonnes). That is 43% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $66.3M | 23.3K t |
| 2023 | $46.5M | 14.7K t |
| 2022 | $36.7M | 15.2K t |
| 2021 | $38.7M | 10.1K t |
| 2020 | $43.5M | 22.0K t |
| 2019 | $26.6M | 12.1K t |
| 2018 | $26.3M | 12.8K t |
| 2017 | $21.6M | 11.9K t |
Where Senegal imports steel articles from
Most of the value came from China (40%), France (18%), Israel (7%). Among the main suppliers, Israel grew fastest (+309% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $26.2M | 40% |
| France | $12.1M | 18% |
| Israel | $4.5M | 6.8% |
| South Africa | $4.2M | 6.4% |
| Chile | $3.5M | 5.2% |
| Morocco | $2.0M | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $1.8M | 2.7% |
| Indonesia | $1.6M | 2.4% |
| India | $1.3M | 1.9% |
| Portugal | $951K | 1.4% |
Product types under HS 7326
| 7326.90 | Iron or steel: articles n.e.c. in heading 7326 | 78% |
| 7326.11 | Forged grinding balls | 17% |
| 7326.20 | Wire articles | 4% |
| 7326.19 | Forged steel articles | 1.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7326.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.85 per kg, 36% below the world average of $4.42, 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.
Steel articles exports from Senegal
Senegal exported $6.5 million of steel articles in 2024 (539 tonnes). Most of it went to Mali (37%), Mauritania (27%), Denmark (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Mali grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mali | $2.4M | 38% |
| Mauritania | $1.8M | 28% |
| Denmark | $505K | 7.8% |
| Norway | $269K | 4.2% |
| Burkina Faso | $228K | 3.5% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $188K | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $173K | 2.7% |
| United States | $166K | 2.6% |
| Spain | $164K | 2.5% |
| Angola | $135K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal steel articles imports (HS 7326): 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 7326: Iron or steel; articles, n.e.c. in chapter 73.
Common questions
What is the value of steel articles imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported steel articles worth $66.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel articles to Senegal?
China was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($26.2 million), followed by France (18%) and Israel (7%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 74 supplier countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 309% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.85 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $4.42 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel articles to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.6 million in 2017 to $66.3 million in 2024, an increase of 207%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $38.3 million a year.
Does Senegal also export steel articles?
Yes. Senegal exported $6.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mali, Mauritania and Denmark. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $59.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel articles?
The HS code for steel articles is heading 7326. In Senegal the largest six-digit codes were 7326.90 (78% of the value) and 7326.11 (17%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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