Vehicle parts and accessories imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Senegal imported vehicle parts and accessories worth $78.4 million (29.5 thousand tonnes). That is 24% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $103.5 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 | $78.4M | 29.5K t |
| 2023 | $103.5M | 30.1K t |
| 2022 | $58.8M | 27.9K t |
| 2021 | $58.8M | 25.2K t |
| 2020 | $51.5M | 20.6K t |
| 2019 | $42.7M | 21.2K t |
| 2018 | $50.9M | 21.4K t |
| 2017 | $36.5M | 16.2K t |
Where Senegal imports vehicle parts and accessories from
Most of the value came from China (47%), United States (10%), France (8%). Among the main suppliers, Mauritius grew fastest (+232% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $37.2M | 48% |
| United States | $7.7M | 9.9% |
| France | $6.6M | 8.5% |
| Spain | $4.9M | 6.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.0M | 3.8% |
| Belgium | $2.7M | 3.4% |
| Turkey | $2.6M | 3.4% |
| Mauritius | $2.2M | 2.8% |
| India | $1.6M | 2.1% |
| South Korea | $1.1M | 1.4% |
Product types under HS 8708
| 8708.99 | Vehicle parts (other types) | 53% |
| 8708.29 | Body parts and accessories | 20% |
| 8708.30 | Vehicle brakes | 9.5% |
| 8708.40 | Vehicle gearboxes | 3% |
| 8708.50 | Vehicle axles and differentials | 2.8% |
| 8708.93 | Vehicle clutches | 2.7% |
| 8708.80 | Vehicle suspension systems | 2.4% |
| 8708.70 | Vehicle wheels | 2.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8708.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.66 per kg, 73% below the world average of $9.69, 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.
Vehicle parts and accessories exports from Senegal
Exports of vehicle parts and accessories by Senegal reached $3.7 million in 2024 (589 tonnes). Most of it went to Mali (46%), United States (14%), Pakistan (13%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+798% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mali | $1.7M | 46% |
| United States | $502K | 14% |
| Pakistan | $471K | 13% |
| France | $293K | 8% |
| Cabo Verde | $171K | 4.7% |
| Guinea-Bissau | $135K | 3.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $109K | 3% |
| Nigeria | $53K | 1.4% |
| Gambia | $50K | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $49K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal vehicle parts and accessories imports (HS 8708): 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 8708: Motor vehicles; parts and accessories, of heading no. 8701 to 8705.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle parts and accessories imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported vehicle parts and accessories worth $78.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 29.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 110th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle parts and accessories to Senegal?
China was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($37.2 million), followed by the United States (10%) and France (8%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 75 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 319% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle parts and accessories per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.66 per kg in 2024, 73% below the world average of $9.69 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle parts and accessories to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $36.5 million in 2017 to $78.4 million in 2024, an increase of 115%. The peak was 2023 at $103.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $60.1 million a year.
Does Senegal also export vehicle parts and accessories?
Yes. Senegal exported $3.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mali, the United States and Pakistan. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $74.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle parts and accessories?
The HS code for vehicle parts and accessories is heading 8708. In Senegal the largest six-digit codes were 8708.99 (53% of the value) and 8708.29 (19%).
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