Motor and engine parts imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported motor and engine parts worth $3.9 million (214 tonnes). That is 20% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $7.6 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 | $3.9M | 214 t |
| 2023 | $3.3M | 330 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 190 t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 283 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 614 t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 184 t |
| 2018 | $7.6M | 309 t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 84 t |
Where Ghana imports motor and engine parts from
The largest suppliers were United States (32%), Mauritania (18%), Netherlands (14%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+246% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.2M | 32% |
| Mauritania | $692K | 18% |
| Netherlands | $569K | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $526K | 13% |
| China | $314K | 8% |
| France | $175K | 4.5% |
| Belgium | $144K | 3.7% |
| India | $90K | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $68K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $35K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.34 per kg, 59% above the world average of $11.51. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 motor and engine parts imports (HS 8412.90): 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 8412.90: Engines: parts, for engines and motors of heading no. 8412.
Common questions
What is the value of motor and engine parts imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported motor and engine parts worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 214 tonnes. That ranks it 76th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply motor and engine parts to Ghana?
The United States was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Mauritania (18%) and the Netherlands (14%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 246% on the year.
What is the average import price of motor and engine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.34 per kg in 2024, 59% above the world average of $11.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of motor and engine parts to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 59%. The peak was 2018 at $7.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for motor and engine parts?
The HS code for motor and engine parts is subheading 8412.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8412 page.
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