Heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes worth $119.3 million (44.5 thousand tonnes). That is 216% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $119.3M | 44.5K t |
| 2023 | $37.8M | 10.0K t |
| 2022 | $106.6M | 16.9K t |
| 2021 | $117.3M | 36.1K t |
| 2020 | $61.0M | 22.0K t |
| 2019 | $50.1M | 16.0K t |
| 2018 | $47.2M | 11.6K t |
| 2017 | $43.4M | 8.8K t |
Where Ghana imports heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes from
China alone supplied 90% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+329% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $107.1M | 90% |
| Belgium | $2.9M | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $2.8M | 2.3% |
| Burkina Faso | $2.4M | 2% |
| Turkey | $1.0M | 0.9% |
| Poland | $971K | 0.8% |
| Niger | $603K | 0.5% |
| Australia | $473K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $345K | 0.3% |
| South Korea | $159K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.68 per kg, 62% below the world average of $7.05, 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.
Heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes exports from Ghana
Ghana exported $672 thousand of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes in 2024 (276 tonnes). Benin alone took 56% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Benin | $378K | 56% |
| Iceland | $136K | 20% |
| Burkina Faso | $102K | 15% |
| Togo | $35K | 5.3% |
| Spain | $21K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes imports (HS 8704.23): 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 8704.23: Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes worth $119.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 44.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 216% on 2023.
Which countries supply heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($107.1 million), followed by Belgium (2%) and the Netherlands (2%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Burkina Faso grew fastest among the top ten, up 832% on the year.
What is the average import price of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.68 per kg in 2024, 62% below the world average of $7.05 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $43.4 million in 2017 to $119.3 million in 2024, an increase of 175%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $72.8 million a year.
Does Ghana also export heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes?
Yes. Ghana exported $672 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Benin, Iceland and Burkina Faso. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $118.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes?
The HS code for heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes is subheading 8704.23. 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 8704 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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