What are Mauritania’s main export products?

Mauritania’s export economy is primarily centered on the extraction of mineral resources and the utilization of its coastal waters. The country's main export products include:

• Iron Ore: This has reemerged as the country's primary export product, with production and export volumes seeing significant growth in the 21st century.1
• Fish and Fish Products: The rich waters off the continental shelf support a major fishing industry, which has historically served as a leading source of foreign exchange earnings.23
• Other Minerals: The country also exploits copper resources and has identified deposits of other minerals, including gypsum, ilmenite, and phosphates.21
• Petroleum: Following the commencement of petroleum production in 2006, oil became a component of the export economy, though results have at times been lower than initial expectations.21

Overall, Mauritania’s trade is largely dominated by these metal and fish products.3