Machine tool parts imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of machine tool parts by Ghana reached $9.3 million in 2024 (495 tonnes). Value rose 66% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $9.3M | 495 t |
| 2023 | $5.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $6.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $6.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.6M | 512 t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 319 t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 184 t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 178 t |
Where Ghana imports machine tool parts from
Most of the value came from United Kingdom (35%), Turkey (19%), China (17%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+568% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $3.3M | 35% |
| Turkey | $1.8M | 19% |
| China | $1.6M | 17% |
| United States | $1.3M | 14% |
| Italy | $380K | 4.1% |
| India | $197K | 2.1% |
| Australia | $124K | 1.3% |
| Switzerland | $117K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $102K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $86K | 0.9% |
Product types under HS 8466
| 8466.94 | Metal press and forming machine parts | 49% |
| 8466.91 | Stone working machine parts | 26% |
| 8466.30 | Dividing heads and special attachments | 13% |
| 8466.93 | Machine tool parts (other types) | 8% |
| 8466.92 | Wood working machine parts | 3.2% |
| 8466.10 | Tool holders and self-opening dieheads | 0.7% |
| 8466.20 | Work holders | 0.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8466.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.81 per kg, close to the world average of $21.44.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana machine tool parts imports (HS 8466): 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 8466: Parts & accessories suited for use only/mainly with machines of headings 8456-8465, including work/tool holders, self-opening dieheads, dividing heads & other special attachments for the machines; tool holders for any type of tool for working in the hand.
Common questions
What is the value of machine tool parts imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported machine tool parts worth $9.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 495 tonnes. That ranks it 75th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 66% on 2023.
Which countries supply machine tool parts to Ghana?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by Turkey (19%) and China (17%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 568% on the year.
What is the average import price of machine tool parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.81 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $21.44 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of machine tool parts to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $9.3 million in 2024, an increase of 191%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for machine tool parts?
The HS code for machine tool parts is heading 8466. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 8466.94 (49% of the value) and 8466.91 (26%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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