Benin Trade Data
Benin Import Export Data, Benin Customs and Shipment Data
Benin is a West African economy that serves as a major regional re-export hub, particularly for goods destined for Nigeria. Major exports include cotton (HS 52), cashew nuts (HS 08), gold (HS 71), and oilseeds (HS 12). Key trading partners include India, Bangladesh, China, Vietnam, and Nigeria. Imports are dominated by rice (HS 10), petroleum products (HS 27), vehicles (HS 87), machinery (HS 84), and food products. The Port of Cotonou handles significant transit trade for landlocked neighbors such as Niger and Burkina Faso. Benin applies HS 2022 with 10-digit codes under the ECOWAS CET / UEMOA Tariff, administered by the General Directorate of Customs, Benin, within the ECOWAS Customs Union, WAEMU, AfCFTA, WTO framework. Trade figures on this page are based on Benin's official national statistics, published after a full year of data has been collected and verified. For the latest 2026 shipment-level customs records, updated monthly as customs authorities release new filings, subscribe on the TradeInt platform.
Benin Import Data
Benin Export Data
Benin Mirror Data
Benin Bill of Lading Data
Benin Shipping Data
Benin Importers Database
Benin Exporters Database
Benin Traders Contacts
Benin Import Trade Summary
Based on complete annual trade statistics. Weekly/Monthly-updated 2026 Benin trade records available on TradeInt.
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What is Benin's Top Import Product Sector based on Benin trade data?
Benin import data 2023 shows the country's import demand concentrated in Vegetable Products (18.8%), based on verified Benin trade data and shipment records provided by TradeInt. In 2023, Benin as a global importer, ranks at 103 / 113, with a total import value of US$ 3.91B.
Top 3 Benin Import Product Sector 2023:
Vegetable Products
Imported at US$ 735.95M , accounting for 18.8% of total imports
Mineral Products
Imported at US$ 710.28M , accounting for 18.2% of total imports
Machines
Imported at US$ 524.34M , accounting for 13.4% of total imports
What are Benin's recent 3 years of YoY change in import trade growth?
2023 vs 2022
Import trade grew by +7.1% , from US$ 3.65B to US$ 3.91B
2022 vs 2021
Import trade grew by +14.6% , from US$ 3.18B to US$ 3.65B
2021 vs 2020
Import trade declined by -24.5% , from US$ 4.22B to US$ 3.18B
2023 Benin Imports
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What are Benin top 3 import products by HS codes in 2023?
Top 1 Import Product by HS Code 2023: HS 10 (US$ 690.46M)
Top 2 Import Product by HS Code 2023: HS 27 (US$ 666.35M)
Top 3 Import Product by HS Code 2023: HS 84 (US$ 272.76M)
Who are Benin top 3 import trade partners in 2023?
Top 1 Import Trade Partner 2023: India (US$ 665.53M)
Top 2 Import Trade Partner 2023: China (US$ 500.13M)
Top 3 Import Trade Partner 2023: France (US$ 337.59M)
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Benin Customs Data & Import-Export Shipment Data
How to use Benin customs data to track port-linked trade flows, commodity shipments, and regional distribution?
- Search import-export records by product, HS code, importer, exporter, shipment date, and partner market.
- Track how goods enter coastal gateways, move inland, and connect with surrounding West African markets.
- Monitor shipment flows across commodities, packaged goods, industrial inputs, and fast-moving trade categories.
- Use customs data to reveal active trade lanes, product demand, and distribution-linked shipment activity.
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Benin West Africa Trade Insights & Market Analytics
How to use Benin customs data to analyse regional demand, port activity, and commodity trade performance?
- Visualise import-export trends by product, value, shipment count, and trading partner.
- Compare local demand patterns with regional flows to understand market pull and route concentration.
- Detect product growth, seasonal trade movement, and shifts in regional sourcing or destination markets.
- Turn customs records into practical insight for market sizing, route planning, and partner-market selection.
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Benin Buyer, Distributor & Trade Partner Intelligence
How to use Benin customs data to find active buyers, distributors, importers, and regional trade partners?
- Identify importers and exporters with repeated shipment activity across relevant product categories.
- Discover distributors, commodity traders, and cross-border operators active in Benin's trade network.
- Shortlist commercial targets using shipment frequency, product fit, and regional route relevance.
- Strengthen market entry and sales outreach with company-level intelligence grounded in actual trade records.
Benin Import Export Trade Data Coverage
Benin Import Data
How can Benin import data help businesses identify active importers, commodity buyers, and regional distribution opportunities?
- Access detailed Benin shipment records covering commodities, packaged goods, industrial inputs, and fast-moving trade categories.
- View traded product value, descriptions, and shipping details across port-linked and inland distribution corridors.
- Identify active importers, distributors, and commodity buyers operating in Benin's West African trade network.
- Discover sourcing opportunities and buyer-supplier networks linked to coastal gateways and regional distribution flows.
Benin Export Data
How can Benin export data help businesses identify international buyers and track commodity and regional export activity?
- Search by Benin exporter names, potential buyers, and HS codes across commodity, agricultural, and port-traded product lines.
- Filter trade records by product descriptions, ports, and trade attributes tied to West African export corridors.
- Identify new international buyers and regional market opportunities for Benin's commodity and distribution exports.
- Analyse Benin's export flow, port activity patterns, and regional commodity trading dynamics.
Benin Trade Data Analytics
How can Benin trade data analytics uncover commodity trends, port activity, and West Africa regional market insights?
- Apply big data analysis on Benin historical trade records across commodity, consumer, and port-linked trade sectors.
- Track Benin import-export trends by importer, exporter, and HS code for commodity and distribution trade.
- Analyse YoY and MoM trade trends, product categories, and country ports linked to West African trade corridors.
- Evaluate country-wise trade flows and transport modes to understand port concentration and inland distribution patterns.
- Identify top-performing commodity markets and regional distribution opportunities in Benin.
Advantages of Benin Trade Data Intelligence & Trade Insights
2023 Benin Imports
US $3.91B2023 Benin Exports
US $1.05BWhat trade insights are included in Benin import and export trade data?
Benin trade data provides detailed shipment records, including importer/exporter names, HS codes, product descriptions, values, and ports, enabling accurate analysis of trade flows and partner identification.
How to find international buyers and suppliers using Benin trade data?
Use Benin import-export data to identify verified buyers and suppliers by filtering shipment records through HS codes, product keywords, and company names for targeted B2B prospecting.
How to analyse Benin trade trends and market demand using Benin trade data?
Benin trade data analytics helps track import and export trends, monitor demand by HS code, evaluate top trading partners, and uncover market opportunities through insights from historical and near-real-time trade data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Benin Trade Data
What are the major import and export products of Benin in 2023?
On the export side, the leading export product is Cotton (HS 52) with a total export value of US$ 516.03M, contributing significantly to the total export value of US$ 1.05B. Key export categories also include Textiles.
These product rankings help businesses understand market demand patterns, sourcing opportunities, and competitive strengths in Benin. For more granular product-level analysis, additional ranking filters are available within the TradeInt platform.
You can also: Search import-export trade records by HS code, product name & company name