Manual and towed forklifts exports from Cote d'Ivoire: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of manual and towed forklifts by Cote d'Ivoire reached $4.6 million in 2024 (777 tonnes). That is 990% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 104% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4.6M | 777 t |
| 2023 | $424K | 48 t |
| 2022 | $303K | 76 t |
| 2021 | $164K | 61 t |
| 2020 | $130K | 44 t |
| 2019 | $157K | 35 t |
| 2018 | $241K | 105 t |
| 2017 | $31K | 0 t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire exports manual and towed forklifts to
The largest buyer markets were Burkina Faso (49%), Benin (39%), Togo (4%). Among the main buyer markets, Benin grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Burkina Faso | $2.3M | 49% |
| Benin | $1.8M | 39% |
| Togo | $175K | 3.8% |
| Romania | $152K | 3.3% |
| Portugal | $71K | 1.5% |
| Belgium | $64K | 1.4% |
| Senegal | $53K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $26K | 0.6% |
| Guinea | $11K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.95 per kg, 38% above the world average of $4.32. 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.
Manual and towed forklifts imports to Cote d'Ivoire
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire imported manual and towed forklifts worth $3.3 million (921 tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (38%), Canada (21%), France (8%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 38% |
| Canada | $691K | 21% |
| France | $260K | 7.9% |
| Italy | $228K | 6.9% |
| Denmark | $178K | 5.4% |
| Spain | $158K | 4.8% |
| Benin | $131K | 4% |
| India | $101K | 3.1% |
| United States | $76K | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $54K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire manual and towed forklifts exports (HS 8427.90): 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 8427.90: Fork-lift and other works trucks: fitted with lifting or handling equipment, not self-propelled.
Common questions
What is the value of manual and towed forklifts exported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire exported manual and towed forklifts worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 777 tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 146 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 990% on 2023.
Which countries buy manual and towed forklifts from Cote d'Ivoire?
Burkina Faso was the largest buyer with 49% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Benin (39%) and Togo (4%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 11 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of manual and towed forklifts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.95 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $4.32 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of manual and towed forklifts from Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Exports went from $31 thousand in 2017 to $4.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $759 thousand a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also import manual and towed forklifts?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire imported $3.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Canada and France. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for manual and towed forklifts?
The HS code for manual and towed forklifts is subheading 8427.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8427 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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