Transformer imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of transformer by Ghana reached $110.0 million in 2024 (12.1 thousand tonnes). That is 119% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $110.0M | 12.1K t |
| 2023 | $50.2M | 6.1K t |
| 2022 | $60.4M | 8.2K t |
| 2021 | $75.1M | 9.9K t |
| 2020 | $90.4M | 13.7K t |
| 2019 | $66.2M | 7.5K t |
| 2018 | $73.1M | 7.2K t |
| 2017 | $63.0M | 5.2K t |
Where Ghana imports transformer from
China alone supplied 62% of it. Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $68.0M | 62% |
| India | $11.9M | 11% |
| Egypt | $6.2M | 5.6% |
| Italy | $4.7M | 4.3% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 2.5% |
| South Africa | $2.5M | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $2.2M | 2% |
| Australia | $2.0M | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 1.8% |
| Switzerland | $1.6M | 1.5% |
Product types under HS 8504
| 8504.40 | Static power converters | 50% |
| 8504.23 | Oil transformers large | 22% |
| 8504.21 | Oil transformers small | 9.7% |
| 8504.22 | Oil transformers medium | 5.6% |
| 8504.90 | Transformer and converter parts | 4.8% |
| 8504.31 | Control transformers | 4.2% |
| 8504.34 | Large dry transformers | 1.7% |
| 8504.33 | Medium dry transformers | 1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8504.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.09 per kg, 61% below the world average of $23.20, 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.
Transformer exports from Ghana
In 2024, Ghana exported transformer worth $363 thousand (86 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Nigeria (37%), Burkina Faso (26%), Togo (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+219% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $136K | 37% |
| Burkina Faso | $95K | 26% |
| Togo | $30K | 8.4% |
| Finland | $27K | 7.5% |
| Netherlands | $17K | 4.7% |
| Senegal | $16K | 4.4% |
| Italy | $6K | 1.6% |
| Ireland | $6K | 1.6% |
| Denmark | $5K | 1.4% |
| South Africa | $4K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana transformer imports (HS 8504): 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 8504: Electric transformers, static converters (e.g. rectifiers) and inductors.
Common questions
What is the value of transformer imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported transformer worth $110.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 84th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 119% on 2023.
Which countries supply transformer to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($68.0 million), followed by India (11%) and Egypt (6%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 972% on the year.
What is the average import price of transformer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.09 per kg in 2024, 61% below the world average of $23.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of transformer to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $63.0 million in 2017 to $110.0 million in 2024, an increase of 75%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $73.6 million a year.
Does Ghana also export transformer?
Yes. Ghana exported $363 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Burkina Faso and Togo. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $109.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for transformer?
The HS code for transformer is heading 8504. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 8504.40 (50% of the value) and 8504.23 (22%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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