Specialized electrical machines imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of specialized electrical machines by Ghana reached $14.0 million in 2024 (763 tonnes). That is 74% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $14.0M | 763 t |
| 2023 | $8.1M | 623 t |
| 2022 | $6.8M | 977 t |
| 2021 | $6.8M | 883 t |
| 2020 | $7.7M | 535 t |
| 2019 | $6.5M | 668 t |
| 2018 | $10.1M | 542 t |
| 2017 | $9.9M | 269 t |
Where Ghana imports specialized electrical machines from
The largest suppliers were China (48%), Belgium (27%), South Africa (7%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+725% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.8M | 49% |
| Belgium | $3.7M | 27% |
| South Africa | $966K | 6.9% |
| United Kingdom | $669K | 4.8% |
| Germany | $290K | 2.1% |
| United States | $264K | 1.9% |
| India | $188K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $163K | 1.2% |
| Hong Kong | $133K | 1% |
| Netherlands | $133K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.37 per kg, 79% below the world average of $85.50, 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.
Specialized electrical machines exports from Ghana
Ghana exported $284 thousand of specialized electrical machines in 2024 (2 tonnes). Italy alone took 50% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest (+90% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $142K | 50% |
| Egypt | $87K | 31% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $34K | 12% |
| Canada | $7K | 2.3% |
| Switzerland | $4K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.9% |
| Sweden | $2K | 0.7% |
| Thailand | $2K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $1K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana specialized electrical machines imports (HS 8543.70): 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 8543.70: Electrical machines and apparatus: having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 8543.
Common questions
What is the value of specialized electrical machines imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported specialized electrical machines worth $14.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 763 tonnes. That ranks it 89th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 74% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialized electrical machines to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($6.8 million), followed by Belgium (27%) and South Africa (7%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 725% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialized electrical machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.37 per kg in 2024, 79% below the world average of $85.50 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of specialized electrical machines to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.9 million in 2017 to $14.0 million in 2024, an increase of 42%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.8 million a year.
Does Ghana also export specialized electrical machines?
Yes. Ghana exported $284 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Egypt and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $13.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialized electrical machines?
The HS code for specialized electrical machines is subheading 8543.70. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8543 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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