Aircraft imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of aircraft by Cote d'Ivoire reached $51.6 million in 2024 (15 tonnes). That is 92% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $133.2 million.
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 | $51.6M | 15 t |
| 2023 | $26.9M | 39 t |
| 2022 | $5.0M | 13 t |
| 2021 | $89.4M | 186 t |
| 2020 | $23.4M | 60 t |
| 2019 | $40.8M | 66 t |
| 2018 | $14.5M | 67 t |
| 2017 | $133.2M | 119 t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports aircraft from
Germany alone supplied 89% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $45.9M | 89% |
| China | $3.1M | 6% |
| Norway | $2.1M | 4% |
| Burkina Faso | $352K | 0.7% |
| South Africa | $108K | 0.2% |
| Israel | $9K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 0% |
| France | $4K | 0% |
| Denmark | $3K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8802
| 8802.30 | Medium aeroplanes | 69% |
| 8802.12 | Heavy helicopters | 20% |
| 8802.11 | Light helicopters | 11% |
| 8802.20 | Light aeroplanes | 0.3% |
| 8802.40 | Aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg | 0% |
| 8802.60 | Spacecraft and satellites | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8802.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3,508.58 per kg, 262% above the world average of $969.93. 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.
Aircraft exports from Cote d'Ivoire
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire exported aircraft worth $9.1 million (8 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Belgium accounted for 99% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $9.0M | 99% |
| France | $49K | 0.5% |
| South Africa | $44K | 0.5% |
| Senegal | $9K | 0.1% |
| Sierra Leone | $6K | 0.1% |
| Liberia | $1K | 0% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire aircraft imports (HS 8802): 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 8802: Aircraft n.e.c. in heading no. 8801, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806, (e.g. helicopters, aeroplanes); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles.
Common questions
What is the value of aircraft imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported aircraft worth $51.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15 tonnes. That ranks it 92nd of 183 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 92% on 2023.
Which countries supply aircraft to Cote d'Ivoire?
Germany was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($45.9 million), followed by China (6%) and Norway (4%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 24% on the year.
What is the average import price of aircraft per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3,508.58 per kg in 2024, 262% above the world average of $969.93 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of aircraft to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $133.2 million in 2017 to $51.6 million in 2024, a fall of 61%. The peak was 2017 at $133.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $48.1 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export aircraft?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $9.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, France and South Africa. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $42.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for aircraft?
The HS code for aircraft is heading 8802. In Cote d'Ivoire the largest six-digit codes were 8802.30 (69% of the value) and 8802.12 (20%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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