Steel I-sections imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
Senegal imported $6.8 million of steel i-sections in 2024 (10.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 34% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.8 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 | $6.8M | 10.2K t |
| 2023 | $5.1M | 6.3K t |
| 2022 | $9.8M | 11.3K t |
| 2021 | $8.5M | 11.1K t |
| 2020 | $5.6M | 11.0K t |
| 2019 | $6.2M | 10.1K t |
| 2018 | $8.7M | 13.9K t |
| 2017 | $5.3M | 9.9K t |
Where Senegal imports steel i-sections from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Ghana grew fastest (+386% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.8M | 72% |
| Turkey | $605K | 8.9% |
| South Africa | $345K | 5.1% |
| Ghana | $336K | 5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $226K | 3.3% |
| France | $212K | 3.1% |
| Spain | $156K | 2.3% |
| Afghanistan | $31K | 0.5% |
| India | $11K | 0.2% |
| Morocco | $6K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.66 per kg, close to the world average of $0.82.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel I-sections exports from Senegal
In 2024, Senegal exported steel i-sections worth $1.5 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Guinea (36%), Mali (19%), Mauritania (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Guinea-Bissau grew fastest (+142% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Guinea | $554K | 36% |
| Mali | $292K | 19% |
| Mauritania | $289K | 19% |
| Guinea-Bissau | $216K | 14% |
| Gambia | $185K | 12% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal steel i-sections imports (HS 7216.32): 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 7216.32: Iron or non-alloy steel: I sections, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of 80mm or more.
Common questions
What is the value of steel i-sections imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported steel i-sections worth $6.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 199 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel i-sections to Senegal?
China was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by Turkey (9%) and South Africa (5%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Ghana grew fastest among the top ten, up 386% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel i-sections per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.66 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $0.82 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel i-sections to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.3 million in 2017 to $6.8 million in 2024, an increase of 29%. The peak was 2022 at $9.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.0 million a year.
Does Senegal also export steel i-sections?
Yes. Senegal exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Guinea, Mali and Mauritania. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $5.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel i-sections?
The HS code for steel i-sections is subheading 7216.32. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7216 page.
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