Light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes by Ghana reached $4.1 million in 2024 (769 tonnes). Value fell 93% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $77.5 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 | $4.1M | 769 t |
| 2023 | $55.2M | 18.4K t |
| 2022 | $50.3M | 22.6K t |
| 2021 | $77.5M | 39.9K t |
| 2020 | $14.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $39.4M | 20.2K t |
| 2018 | $44.6M | 18.5K t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 540 t |
Where Ghana imports light petrol trucks <5 tonnes from
The largest suppliers were China (43%), Japan (43%), India (6%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+155% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.8M | 43% |
| Japan | $1.8M | 43% |
| India | $227K | 5.5% |
| South Korea | $153K | 3.7% |
| Brazil | $70K | 1.7% |
| Australia | $49K | 1.2% |
| Switzerland | $37K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $25K | 0.6% |
| United States | $23K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $12K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.37 per kg, 53% below the world average of $11.46, 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.
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The shipment records behind Ghana light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imports (HS 8704.31): 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 8704.31: Vehicles: spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported light petrol trucks <5 tonnes worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 769 tonnes. That ranks it 111th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 93% on 2023.
Which countries supply light petrol trucks <5 tonnes to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Japan (43%) and India (6%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 357% on the year.
What is the average import price of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.37 per kg in 2024, 53% below the world average of $11.46 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, an increase of 52%. The peak was 2021 at $77.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $36.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for light petrol trucks <5 tonnes?
The HS code for light petrol trucks <5 tonnes is subheading 8704.31. 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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