Semi-trailer tractors imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of semi-trailer tractors by Cote d'Ivoire reached $69.3 million in 2024 (23.1 thousand tonnes). That is 7% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $92.4 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 | $69.3M | 23.1K t |
| 2023 | $64.8M | 10.4K t |
| 2022 | $71.5M | 20.3K t |
| 2021 | $92.4M | 23.5K t |
| 2020 | $58.2M | 14.9K t |
| 2019 | $69.8M | 14.9K t |
| 2018 | $53.8M | 13.6K t |
| 2017 | $28.4M | 12.3K t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports semi-trailer tractors from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $45.4M | 66% |
| Netherlands | $10.2M | 15% |
| France | $3.6M | 5.1% |
| Italy | $3.4M | 4.8% |
| Belgium | $2.8M | 4% |
| Germany | $2.3M | 3.3% |
| South Korea | $646K | 0.9% |
| Switzerland | $280K | 0.4% |
| India | $142K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $96K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.01 per kg, 62% below the world average of $7.89, 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.
Semi-trailer tractors exports from Cote d'Ivoire
Exports of semi-trailer tractors by Cote d'Ivoire reached $2.8 million in 2024 (392 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Mali accounted for 68% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mali | $1.9M | 68% |
| Benin | $591K | 21% |
| Togo | $137K | 4.8% |
| Burkina Faso | $72K | 2.5% |
| Ghana | $41K | 1.5% |
| Gabon | $37K | 1.3% |
| Guinea | $28K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire semi-trailer tractors imports (HS 8701.20): 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 8701.20: Tractors: road, for semi-trailers.
Common questions
What is the value of semi-trailer tractors imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported semi-trailer tractors worth $69.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply semi-trailer tractors to Cote d'Ivoire?
China was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($45.4 million), followed by the Netherlands (15%) and France (5%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 205% on the year.
What is the average import price of semi-trailer tractors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.01 per kg in 2024, 62% below the world average of $7.89 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of semi-trailer tractors to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.4 million in 2017 to $69.3 million in 2024, an increase of 144%. The peak was 2021 at $92.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $63.5 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export semi-trailer tractors?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mali, Benin and Togo. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $66.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for semi-trailer tractors?
The HS code for semi-trailer tractors is subheading 8701.20. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8701 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Cote d'Ivoire. Tell us your product to see it live.
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