Vehicle axles and differentials imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported vehicle axles and differentials worth $8.0 million (4.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 46% on 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 | $8.0M | 4.8K t |
| 2023 | $5.5M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 4.5K t |
| 2021 | $6.8M | 6.6K t |
| 2020 | $6.4M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 4.4K t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 5.2K t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 3.4K t |
Where Ghana imports vehicle axles and differentials from
China alone supplied 55% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+172% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.4M | 55% |
| United States | $795K | 10% |
| South Korea | $651K | 8.2% |
| Indonesia | $389K | 4.9% |
| Japan | $181K | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $174K | 2.2% |
| India | $165K | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $164K | 2.1% |
| Italy | $162K | 2% |
| Netherlands | $139K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.68 per kg, 78% below the world average of $7.57, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana vehicle axles and differentials imports (HS 8708.50): 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 8708.50: Vehicle parts: drive-axles with differential, whether or not provided with other transmission components, and non-driving axles: parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle axles and differentials imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported vehicle axles and differentials worth $8.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle axles and differentials to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by the United States (10%) and South Korea (8%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 172% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle axles and differentials per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.68 per kg in 2024, 78% below the world average of $7.57 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle axles and differentials to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $8.0 million in 2024, an increase of 72%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle axles and differentials?
The HS code for vehicle axles and differentials is subheading 8708.50. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8708 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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