Sawn iroko boards imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $3.4 million of sawn iroko boards in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 92 countries for imports of this product. That is 115% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $3.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 829 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 945 t |
| 2020 | $635K | 402 t |
| 2019 | $680K | 631 t |
| 2018 | $464K | 111 t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 755 t |
Where the United States imports sawn iroko boards from
The largest suppliers were Cameroon (34%), Cote d'Ivoire (21%), Canada (18%). Among the main suppliers, Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest (+508% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cameroon | $1.2M | 34% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $719K | 21% |
| Canada | $614K | 18% |
| Republic of the Congo | $568K | 17% |
| Brazil | $99K | 2.9% |
| Italy | $81K | 2.4% |
| Ghana | $55K | 1.6% |
| Gabon | $50K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $14K | 0.4% |
| DR Congo | $9K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.52 per kg, 25% above the world average of $1.22. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sawn iroko boards exports from the United States
The United States exported $586 thousand of sawn iroko boards in 2024 (399 tonnes). Most of it went to Ireland (41%), Barbados (19%), Turkey (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+718% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States sawn iroko boards imports (HS 4407.28): 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 4407.28: Wood, tropical: iroko, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, thicker than 6mm.
Common questions
What is the value of sawn iroko boards imported by the United States?
The United States imported sawn iroko boards worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 92 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 115% on 2023.
Which countries supply sawn iroko boards to the United States?
Cameroon was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Cote d'Ivoire (21%) and Canada (18%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Ghana grew fastest among the top ten, up 607% on the year.
What is the average import price of sawn iroko boards per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.52 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $1.22 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of sawn iroko boards to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, an increase of 235%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export sawn iroko boards?
Yes. The United States exported $586 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Barbados and Turkey. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for sawn iroko boards?
The HS code for sawn iroko boards is subheading 4407.28. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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