Forklift imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of forklift by Cote d'Ivoire reached $31.9 million in 2024 (6.9 thousand tonnes). Value fell 13% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
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 | $31.9M | 6.9K t |
| 2023 | $36.9M | 7.7K t |
| 2022 | $29.8M | 7.3K t |
| 2021 | $26.8M | 6.2K t |
| 2020 | $22.8M | 5.5K t |
| 2019 | $17.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2018 | $22.0M | 4.3K t |
| 2017 | $12.6M | 3.2K t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports forklift from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+203% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $17.8M | 56% |
| Netherlands | $2.2M | 6.9% |
| Italy | $1.7M | 5.3% |
| France | $1.6M | 4.9% |
| Belgium | $1.4M | 4.3% |
| Sweden | $1.1M | 3.4% |
| Germany | $936K | 2.9% |
| Canada | $691K | 2.2% |
| Taiwan | $668K | 2.1% |
| Japan | $564K | 1.8% |
Product types under HS 8427
| 8427.20 | Forklifts (internal combustion) | 77% |
| 8427.10 | Electric forklifts | 12% |
| 8427.90 | Manual and towed forklifts | 10% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8427.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.64 per kg, 24% below the world average of $6.11, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Forklift exports from Cote d'Ivoire
Cote d'Ivoire exported $6.8 million of forklift in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Burkina Faso (43%), Benin (29%), Romania (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Ghana grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire forklift imports (HS 8427): 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 8427: Fork-lift and other works trucks; fitted with lifting or handling equipment.
Common questions
What is the value of forklift imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported forklift worth $31.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply forklift to Cote d'Ivoire?
China was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($17.8 million), followed by the Netherlands (7%) and Italy (5%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 203% on the year.
What is the average import price of forklift per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.64 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $6.11 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of forklift to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.6 million in 2017 to $31.9 million in 2024, an increase of 153%. The peak was 2023 at $36.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $25.0 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export forklift?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $6.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burkina Faso, Benin and Romania. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $25.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for forklift?
The HS code for forklift is heading 8427. In Cote d'Ivoire the largest six-digit codes were 8427.20 (77% of the value) and 8427.10 (12%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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