Construction and public works machinery imports in Jordan: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Jordan imported construction and public works machinery worth $3.0 million (315 tonnes). That is 166% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $4.5 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 | $3.0M | 315 t |
| 2023 | $1.1M | 172 t |
| 2022 | $1.1M | 213 t |
| 2021 | $670K | 127 t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 184 t |
| 2019 | $1.0M | 359 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 281 t |
| 2017 | $4.5M | 529 t |
Where Jordan imports construction and public works machinery from
Most of the value came from China (20%), Germany (20%), Israel (16%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+704% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $616K | 21% |
| Germany | $604K | 20% |
| Israel | $491K | 16% |
| Italy | $316K | 11% |
| Finland | $186K | 6.2% |
| United States | $181K | 6% |
| Netherlands | $141K | 4.7% |
| Bulgaria | $118K | 3.9% |
| France | $111K | 3.7% |
| Australia | $103K | 3.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.56 per kg, 22% below the world average of $12.19, 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.
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The shipment records behind Jordan construction and public works machinery imports (HS 8479.10): 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 8479.10: Machinery and mechanical appliances: for public works, building or the like.
Common questions
What is the value of construction and public works machinery imported by Jordan?
Jordan imported construction and public works machinery worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 315 tonnes. That ranks it 99th of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 166% on 2023.
Which countries supply construction and public works machinery to Jordan?
China was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($616 thousand), followed by Germany (20%) and Israel (16%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 704% on the year.
What is the average import price of construction and public works machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.56 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $12.19 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of construction and public works machinery to Jordan changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.5 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, a fall of 34%. The peak was 2017 at $4.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for construction and public works machinery?
The HS code for construction and public works machinery is subheading 8479.10. 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 8479 page.
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