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Western Africa: Wood Dryer Market 2025

Wood Dryer Market Size in Western Africa

In 2021, the West African wood dryer market decreased by -13.6% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, consumption showed a deep contraction. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Wood Dryer Production in Western Africa

In value terms, wood dryer production fell to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a deep contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 26%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Wood Dryer Exports

Exports in Western Africa

In 2013, approx. X units of dryers for wood, paper pulp, paper or paperboard were exported in Western Africa; remaining stable against the year before. In general, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2013 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, wood dryer exports totaled $X in 2013. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of export peaked in 2013 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Wood Dryer Imports

Imports in Western Africa

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in purchases abroad of dryers for wood, paper pulp, paper or paperboard, when their volume increased by 54% to X units. In general, imports posted a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 493%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X units. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, wood dryer imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports continue to indicate a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 160% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Cote d'Ivoire represented the main importer of dryers for wood, paper pulp, paper or paperboard in Western Africa, with the volume of imports resulting at X units, which was approx. 49% of total imports in 2021. Ghana (X units) held a 24% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Nigeria (19%). The following importers - Senegal (X units) and Togo (X units) - together made up 4.8% of total imports.

Cote d'Ivoire was also the fastest-growing in terms of the dryers for wood, paper pulp, paper or paperboard imports, with a CAGR of +23.8% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Ghana (+11.5%), Senegal (+10.7%) and Togo (+4.6%) displayed positive paces of growth. By contrast, Nigeria (-4.4%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Cote d'Ivoire (+35 p.p.) and Ghana (+7 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2021, the share of Nigeria (-34.9 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the largest wood dryer importing markets in Western Africa were Cote d'Ivoire ($X), Ghana ($X) and Nigeria ($X), with a combined 82% share of total imports. Togo and Senegal lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 5%.

Senegal, with a CAGR of +45.5%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Western Africa stood at $X per unit in 2021, rising by 13% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the import price increased by 365%. The level of import peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Togo ($X per unit), while Senegal ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Senegal (+31.7%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Nigeria remains the largest wood dryer consuming country in Western Africa, accounting for 42% of total volume. Moreover, wood dryer consumption in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Niger, fourfold. Ghana ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.3% share.
Nigeria constituted the country with the largest volume of wood dryer production, accounting for 43% of total volume. Moreover, wood dryer production in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Niger, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Ghana, with a 6.7% share.
In value terms, Cote d'Ivoire, Ghana and Liberia were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together accounting for 83% of total imports.
In 2019, the wood dryer export price in Western Africa amounted to $539 per unit, leveling off at-% against the previous year.
The wood dryer import price in Western Africa stood at $5,689 per unit in 2021, with a decrease of -3.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wood dryer market in Western Africa. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 28993130 - Dryers for wood, paper pulp, paper or paperboard

Country coverage:

  • Benin
  • Burkina Faso
  • Cabo Verde
  • Gambia
  • Ghana
  • Guinea
  • Guinea-Bissau
  • Liberia
  • Mali
  • Mauritania
  • Niger
  • Nigeria
  • Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Senegal
  • Sierra Leone
  • Togo
  • Cote d'Ivoire

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in Western Africa, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Western Africa
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • Benin
    • Burkina Faso
    • Cabo Verde
    • Gambia
    • Ghana
    • Guinea
    • Guinea-Bissau
    • Liberia
    • Mali
    • Mauritania
    • Niger
    • Nigeria
    • Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
    • Senegal
    • Sierra Leone
    • Togo
    • Cote d'Ivoire

  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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