Computer parts imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported computer parts worth $5.7 million (518 tonnes). That is 8% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $11.2 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 | $5.7M | 518 t |
| 2023 | $6.2M | 203 t |
| 2022 | $5.8M | 229 t |
| 2021 | $9.1M | 199 t |
| 2020 | $11.1M | 346 t |
| 2019 | $5.5M | 252 t |
| 2018 | $11.2M | 195 t |
| 2017 | $9.7M | 298 t |
Where Ghana imports computer parts from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+326% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.2M | 57% |
| United States | $355K | 6.3% |
| Germany | $350K | 6.2% |
| South Africa | $296K | 5.2% |
| Netherlands | $245K | 4.3% |
| United Kingdom | $243K | 4.3% |
| South Korea | $200K | 3.5% |
| France | $146K | 2.6% |
| Hong Kong | $81K | 1.4% |
| Australia | $70K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 8473
| 8473.30 | Machinery: parts and accessories (other than covers, carrying cases and the like) of the machines of heading no. 8471 | 78% |
| 8473.40 | Office machine parts | 12% |
| 8473.29 | Calculator and register parts | 5.2% |
| 8473.21 | Portable calculator parts | 3% |
| 8473.50 | Office equipment parts (multipurpose) | 2.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8473.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.95 per kg, 92% below the world average of $132.75, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana computer parts imports (HS 8473): 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 8473: Machinery; parts and accessories (other than covers, carrying cases and the like) suitable for use solely or principally with machines of headings 84.70 to 84.72.
Common questions
What is the value of computer parts imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported computer parts worth $5.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 518 tonnes. That ranks it 117th of 226 countries worldwide. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer parts to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by the United States (6%) and Germany (6%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 326% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.95 per kg in 2024, 92% below the world average of $132.75 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of computer parts to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.7 million in 2017 to $5.7 million in 2024, a fall of 42%. The peak was 2018 at $11.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for computer parts?
The HS code for computer parts is heading 8473. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 8473.30 (78% of the value) and 8473.40 (12%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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