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Top Exports

Togo's export economy is characterized by a diverse range of commodities, with significant contributions from mineral, agricultural, and manufactured products. In 2023, Togo's total exports amounted to approximately $2.19 billion, reflecting a 4.83% increase from the previous year. citeturn0search5 While detailed data for the top 20 export categories is limited, the following are the primary exports of Togo: 1. **Salt; Sulfur; Earths and Stone; Plastering Materials, Lime, and Cement**: $331.5 million (22.8% of total exports). citeturn0search0 2. **Mineral Fuels, Mineral Oils, and Products of Their Distillation; Bituminous Substances; Mineral Waxes**: $203.2 million (14%). citeturn0search0 3. **Plastics and Articles Thereof**: $125.5 million (8.6%). citeturn0search0 4. **Animal or Vegetable Fats, Oils, and Waxes**: $97.2 million (6.7%). citeturn0search0 5. **Residues and Waste from the Food Industries; Prepared Animal Feed**: $84.7 million (5.8%). citeturn0search0 6. **Essential Oils and Resinoids; Perfumery, Cosmetic, or Toilet Preparations**: $83.7 million (5.7%). citeturn0search0 7. **Oil Seeds and Oleaginous Fruits; Miscellaneous Grains, Seeds, and Fruits; Industrial or Medicinal Plants; Straw and Fodder**: $72.4 million (5%). citeturn0search0 8. **Cotton**: $66.5 million (4.6%). citeturn0search0 9. **Vehicles Other Than Railway or Tramway Rolling Stock, and Parts and Accessories Thereof**: $50.5 million (3.5%). citeturn0search0 10. **Prepared Feathers and Down; Artificial Flowers; Articles of Human Hair**: $45.4 million (3.1%). citeturn0search0 These top ten export categories collectively account for approximately 79.7% of Togo's total export value. Notably, certain sectors have experienced significant growth, with "Residues and Waste from the Food Industries; Prepared Animal Feed" increasing by 348.8% from 2022 to 2023, and "Mineral Fuels, Mineral Oils, and Products of Their Distillation" advancing by 68.5% during the same period. citeturn0search0 While comprehensive data for the subsequent top export categories is not readily available, other notable exports from Togo include: - **Gold**: Togo exports both refined and unrefined gold, generating approximately $250 million USD annually. citeturn0search4 - **Phosphates**: As the fourth-largest producer of phosphates globally, Togo's phosphate exports are a significant contributor to its economy. citeturn0search12 - **Coffee and Cocoa**: These traditional agricultural exports continue to play a vital role in Togo's export portfolio. citeturn0search12 - **Cement**: Leveraging its limestone reserves, Togo exports cement, contributing to regional construction activities. citeturn0search12 These additional categories highlight Togo's diverse export landscape, emphasizing its strengths in mining, agriculture, and manufacturing sectors.