Computer systems imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported computer systems worth $6.3 million (67 tonnes). That is 102% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $8.1 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 | $6.3M | 67 t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 80 t |
| 2022 | $6.2M | 208 t |
| 2021 | $7.8M | 154 t |
| 2020 | $8.1M | 97 t |
| 2019 | $6.6M | 215 t |
| 2018 | $7.8M | 186 t |
| 2017 | $5.1M | 82 t |
Where Ghana imports computer systems from
The largest suppliers were China (30%), Serbia (18%), United Kingdom (11%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.9M | 30% |
| Serbia | $1.2M | 18% |
| United Kingdom | $722K | 11% |
| South Africa | $505K | 8% |
| United States | $460K | 7.3% |
| Netherlands | $391K | 6.2% |
| France | $377K | 5.9% |
| Germany | $249K | 3.9% |
| Italy | $187K | 3% |
| Spain | $141K | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $95.16 per kg, 43% below the world average of $167.68, 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 systems imports (HS 8471.49): 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 8471.49: Automatic data processing machines: presented in the form of systems, n.e.c. in item no. 8471.30 or 8471.41.
Common questions
What is the value of computer systems imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported computer systems worth $6.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 67 tonnes. That ranks it 94th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 102% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer systems to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Serbia (18%) and the United Kingdom (11%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 302% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer systems per kg?
The average declared import value was about $95.16 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $167.68 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of computer systems to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.1 million in 2017 to $6.3 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. The peak was 2020 at $8.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for computer systems?
The HS code for computer systems is subheading 8471.49. 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 8471 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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