Construction and public works machinery imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported construction and public works machinery worth $11.3 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). That is 150% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $11.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $4.5M | 280 t |
| 2022 | $5.4M | 423 t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 385 t |
| 2020 | $3.3M | 424 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 163 t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 193 t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 288 t |
Where Ghana imports construction and public works machinery from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 50% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+217% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $5.7M | 50% |
| China | $4.0M | 35% |
| Germany | $937K | 8.3% |
| Italy | $241K | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $138K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $60K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $57K | 0.5% |
| India | $57K | 0.5% |
| Finland | $55K | 0.5% |
| Portugal | $26K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.52 per kg, 22% below the world average of $12.19, 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.
Construction and public works machinery exports from Ghana
Ghana exported $428 thousand of construction and public works machinery in 2024 (56 tonnes). Togo alone took 96% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Togo | $411K | 96% |
| Portugal | $16K | 3.8% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana construction and public works machinery imports (HS 8479.10): 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 8479.10: Machinery and mechanical appliances: for public works, building or the like.
Common questions
What is the value of construction and public works machinery imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported construction and public works machinery worth $11.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 150% on 2023.
Which countries supply construction and public works machinery to Ghana?
The United States was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($5.7 million), followed by China (35%) and Germany (8%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 404% on the year.
What is the average import price of construction and public works machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.52 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $12.19 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of construction and public works machinery to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $11.3 million in 2024, an increase of 302%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
Does Ghana also export construction and public works machinery?
Yes. Ghana exported $428 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Togo, Portugal and Switzerland. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $10.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for construction and public works machinery?
The HS code for construction and public works machinery is subheading 8479.10. 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 8479 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 Ghana. Tell us your product to see it live.
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