Anionic surfactant imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of anionic surfactant by Ghana reached $9.2 million in 2024 (7.9 thousand tonnes). Value fell 15% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $22.7 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 | $9.2M | 7.9K t |
| 2023 | $10.8M | 10.4K t |
| 2022 | $17.8M | 19.9K t |
| 2021 | $22.7M | 27.7K t |
| 2020 | $6.2M | 5.8K t |
| 2019 | $8.0M | 32.8K t |
| 2018 | $6.1M | 11.4K t |
| 2017 | $4.3M | 3.1K t |
Where Ghana imports anionic surfactant from
China alone supplied 83% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.6M | 83% |
| South Korea | $695K | 7.6% |
| India | $470K | 5.1% |
| Singapore | $76K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $55K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $52K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $47K | 0.5% |
| Malaysia | $41K | 0.5% |
| Austria | $34K | 0.4% |
| Australia | $33K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.16 per kg, 30% below the world average of $1.65, 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.
Anionic surfactant exports from Ghana
In 2024, Ghana exported anionic surfactant worth $4.0 million (7.5 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Burkina Faso accounted for 94% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Burkina Faso | $3.7M | 94% |
| Zambia | $245K | 6.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana anionic surfactant imports (HS 3402.11): 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 3402.11: Organic surface-active agents: anionic (other than soap), whether or not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of anionic surfactant imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported anionic surfactant worth $9.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 79th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply anionic surfactant to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($7.6 million), followed by South Korea (8%) and India (5%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 256% on the year.
What is the average import price of anionic surfactant per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.16 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $1.65 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of anionic surfactant to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.3 million in 2017 to $9.2 million in 2024, an increase of 114%. The peak was 2021 at $22.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.6 million a year.
Does Ghana also export anionic surfactant?
Yes. Ghana exported $4.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burkina Faso and Zambia. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $5.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for anionic surfactant?
The HS code for anionic surfactant is subheading 3402.11. It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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