Crane trucks imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of crane trucks by Ghana reached $10.9 million in 2024 (3.8 thousand tonnes). That is 169% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $10.9M | 3.8K t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 898 t |
| 2021 | $6.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.8M | 839 t |
| 2019 | $5.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $4.5M | 525 t |
| 2017 | $6.3M | 918 t |
Where Ghana imports crane trucks from
China alone supplied 65% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+396% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.1M | 65% |
| Germany | $2.5M | 23% |
| Netherlands | $896K | 8.3% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $246K | 2.3% |
| Australia | $82K | 0.8% |
| Sweden | $30K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $23K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $21K | 0.2% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.87 per kg, 39% below the world average of $4.69, 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.
Crane trucks exports from Ghana
Ghana exported $524 thousand of crane trucks in 2024 (301 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Togo (40%), Benin (32%), Netherlands (27%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Togo | $211K | 40% |
| Benin | $169K | 32% |
| Netherlands | $144K | 27% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana crane trucks imports (HS 8705.10): 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 8705.10: Vehicles: crane lorries.
Common questions
What is the value of crane trucks imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported crane trucks worth $10.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 197 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 169% on 2023.
Which countries supply crane trucks to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by Germany (23%) and the Netherlands (8%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 396% on the year.
What is the average import price of crane trucks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.87 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $4.69 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of crane trucks to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.3 million in 2017 to $10.9 million in 2024, an increase of 71%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.1 million a year.
Does Ghana also export crane trucks?
Yes. Ghana exported $524 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Togo, Benin and the Netherlands. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $10.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for crane trucks?
The HS code for crane trucks is subheading 8705.10. 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 8705 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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