Canned tomatoes imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported canned tomatoes worth $77.8 million (86.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 86% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $77.8M | 86.5K t |
| 2023 | $41.8M | 33.3K t |
| 2022 | $40.6M | 40.0K t |
| 2021 | $59.9M | 61.7K t |
| 2020 | $47.7M | 61.8K t |
| 2019 | $40.7M | 67.1K t |
| 2018 | $44.3M | 56.8K t |
| 2017 | $64.1M | 86.0K t |
Where Ghana imports canned tomatoes from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+96% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $69.8M | 90% |
| Italy | $6.3M | 8.1% |
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $109K | 0.1% |
| Greece | $36K | 0.1% |
| Lebanon | $35K | 0.1% |
| Egypt | $29K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $27K | 0% |
| Spain | $13K | 0% |
| Germany | $11K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2002
| 2002.90 | Tomato paste | 98% |
| 2002.10 | Vegetable preparations: tomatoes, whole or in pieces, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid | 2.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2002.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.90 per kg, 35% below the world average of $1.38, 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.
Canned tomatoes exports from Ghana
Exports of canned tomatoes by Ghana reached $5.1 million in 2024 (5.7 thousand tonnes). Niger alone took 91% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Niger grew fastest (+73% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $4.6M | 91% |
| Togo | $174K | 3.4% |
| Burkina Faso | $141K | 2.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $56K | 1.1% |
| Canada | $25K | 0.5% |
| United States | $21K | 0.4% |
| Benin | $16K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $16K | 0.3% |
| Sweden | $2K | 0% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana canned tomatoes imports (HS 2002): 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 2002: Tomatoes; prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid.
Common questions
What is the value of canned tomatoes imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported canned tomatoes worth $77.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 86.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 218 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 86% on 2023.
Which countries supply canned tomatoes to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($69.8 million), followed by Italy (8%) and the United Kingdom (2%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Lebanon grew fastest among the top ten, up 360% on the year.
What is the average import price of canned tomatoes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.90 per kg in 2024, 35% below the world average of $1.38 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of canned tomatoes to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $64.1 million in 2017 to $77.8 million in 2024, an increase of 21%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $52.1 million a year.
Does Ghana also export canned tomatoes?
Yes. Ghana exported $5.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Niger, Togo and Burkina Faso. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $72.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for canned tomatoes?
The HS code for canned tomatoes is heading 2002. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 2002.90 (98% of the value) and 2002.10 (2%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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