Light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Ghana imported $101.8 million of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes in 2024 (28.2 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $221.5 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 | $101.8M | 28.2K t |
| 2023 | $99.4M | 19.5K t |
| 2022 | $118.5M | 29.1K t |
| 2021 | $221.5M | 44.8K t |
| 2020 | $96.9M | 34.4K t |
| 2019 | $151.0M | 34.0K t |
| 2018 | $177.3M | 31.1K t |
| 2017 | $84.3M | 24.9K t |
Where Ghana imports light diesel trucks <5 tonnes from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (43%), China (40%), South Korea (8%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+245% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $44.0M | 43% |
| China | $40.5M | 40% |
| South Korea | $8.1M | 8% |
| India | $2.3M | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 1.9% |
| Japan | $1.6M | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $1.4M | 1.4% |
| Germany | $777K | 0.8% |
| Togo | $576K | 0.6% |
| Norway | $184K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.61 per kg, 68% below the world average of $11.39, 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.
Light diesel trucks <5 tonnes exports from Ghana
Ghana exported $1.1 million of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes in 2024 (441 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Benin (39%), Togo (29%), Senegal (26%). Among the main buyer markets, Nigeria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Benin | $441K | 39% |
| Togo | $335K | 29% |
| Senegal | $302K | 27% |
| Nigeria | $45K | 3.9% |
| Burkina Faso | $20K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imports (HS 8704.21): 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 8704.21: Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported light diesel trucks <5 tonnes worth $101.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 28.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply light diesel trucks <5 tonnes to Ghana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($44.0 million), followed by China (40%) and South Korea (8%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Togo grew fastest among the top ten, up 581% on the year.
What is the average import price of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.61 per kg in 2024, 68% below the world average of $11.39 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $84.3 million in 2017 to $101.8 million in 2024, an increase of 21%. The peak was 2021 at $221.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $131.3 million a year.
Does Ghana also export light diesel trucks <5 tonnes?
Yes. Ghana exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Benin, Togo and Senegal. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $100.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for light diesel trucks <5 tonnes?
The HS code for light diesel trucks <5 tonnes is subheading 8704.21. 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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