Aluminium oxide imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported aluminium oxide worth $20.8 million (34.1 thousand tonnes). That is 40% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 88% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $39.9 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 | $20.8M | 34.1K t |
| 2023 | $34.4M | 88.6K t |
| 2022 | $34.5M | 82.0K t |
| 2021 | $27.9M | 70.0K t |
| 2020 | $22.2M | 82.6K t |
| 2019 | $32.9M | 80.3K t |
| 2018 | $39.9M | 85.8K t |
| 2017 | $253K | 203 t |
Where Ghana imports aluminium oxide from
One supplier dominates: Ireland accounted for 92% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+773% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $19.1M | 92% |
| China | $1.3M | 6.5% |
| India | $172K | 0.8% |
| United States | $106K | 0.5% |
| Singapore | $5K | 0% |
| Germany | $4K | 0% |
| Italy | $4K | 0% |
| New Zealand | $1K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2818
| 2818.20 | Aluminium oxide: other than artificial corundum | 99% |
| 2818.30 | Aluminum hydroxide | 1.1% |
| 2818.10 | Aluminum oxide (corundum) | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2818.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.61 per kg, 22% above the world average of $0.50. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 aluminium oxide imports (HS 2818): 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 2818: Aluminium oxide (including artificial corundum); aluminium hydroxide.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium oxide imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported aluminium oxide worth $20.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 34.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 51st of 180 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium oxide to Ghana?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($19.1 million), followed by China (6%) and India (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 773% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium oxide per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.61 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $0.50 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of aluminium oxide to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $253 thousand in 2017 to $20.8 million in 2024. The peak was 2018 at $39.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium oxide?
The HS code for aluminium oxide is heading 2818. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 2818.20 (99% of the value) and 2818.30 (1%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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