Trailers imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of trailers by Ghana reached $43.9 million in 2024 (25.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 15% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $43.9M | 25.3K t |
| 2023 | $38.3M | 15.7K t |
| 2022 | $32.6M | 14.7K t |
| 2021 | $36.9M | 20.2K t |
| 2020 | $43.5M | 21.4K t |
| 2019 | $36.4M | 20.0K t |
| 2018 | $29.1M | 13.8K t |
| 2017 | $23.2M | 9.5K t |
Where Ghana imports trailers from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 86% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $37.8M | 86% |
| United States | $1.2M | 2.7% |
| India | $1.1M | 2.5% |
| South Africa | $816K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $665K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $650K | 1.5% |
| Belgium | $440K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $267K | 0.6% |
| Turkey | $221K | 0.5% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $161K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 8716
| 8716.39 | General cargo trailers | 45% |
| 8716.90 | Trailer parts | 25% |
| 8716.31 | Tanker trailers | 15% |
| 8716.80 | Non-motorized vehicles (other) | 9.1% |
| 8716.20 | Agricultural loader trailers | 4.8% |
| 8716.40 | Trailers (other types) | 1.2% |
| 8716.10 | Caravan trailers | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8716.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.74 per kg, 61% below the world average of $4.45, 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.
Trailers exports from Ghana
In 2024, Ghana exported trailers worth $545 thousand (608 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Togo accounted for 70% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Togo | $380K | 70% |
| Benin | $130K | 24% |
| Burkina Faso | $32K | 5.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $3K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana trailers imports (HS 8716): 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 8716: Trailers and semi-trailers; other vehicles, not mechanically propelled; parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of trailers imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported trailers worth $43.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 75th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply trailers to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 86% of the value ($37.8 million), followed by the United States (3%) and India (2%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 345% on the year.
What is the average import price of trailers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.74 per kg in 2024, 61% below the world average of $4.45 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of trailers to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.2 million in 2017 to $43.9 million in 2024, an increase of 89%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $35.5 million a year.
Does Ghana also export trailers?
Yes. Ghana exported $545 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Togo, Benin and Burkina Faso. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $43.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for trailers?
The HS code for trailers is heading 8716. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 8716.39 (45% of the value) and 8716.90 (25%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Ghana. Tell us your product to see it live.
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