Canned vegetables imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of canned vegetables by Ghana reached $4.9 million in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). That is 26% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $7.4 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 | $4.9M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $6.6M | 5.6K t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $7.4M | 8.6K t |
| 2020 | $6.2M | 5.4K t |
| 2019 | $5.1M | 4.2K t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $4.7M | 3.3K t |
Where Ghana imports canned vegetables from
The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (32%), China (20%), Italy (16%). Among the main suppliers, Nigeria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $1.6M | 32% |
| China | $996K | 20% |
| Italy | $772K | 16% |
| South Africa | $370K | 7.6% |
| Lebanon | $276K | 5.6% |
| Nigeria | $236K | 4.8% |
| France | $156K | 3.2% |
| South Korea | $124K | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $113K | 2.3% |
| Spain | $99K | 2% |
Product types under HS 2005
| 2005.51 | Canned beans (shelled) | 39% |
| 2005.20 | Canned potatoes | 34% |
| 2005.99 | Canned vegetables (other) | 7.8% |
| 2005.40 | Canned peas | 7.6% |
| 2005.80 | Canned sweetcorn | 6.3% |
| 2005.70 | Table olives | 2.6% |
| 2005.59 | Canned beans (unshelled) | 1.9% |
| 2005.10 | Homogenised vegetables | 0.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2005.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.48 per kg, 31% below the world average of $2.15, 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 vegetables exports from Ghana
In 2024, Ghana exported canned vegetables worth $310 thousand (324 tonnes). Most of it went to United States (47%), Belgium (15%), France (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+919% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $144K | 47% |
| Belgium | $48K | 15% |
| France | $35K | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $30K | 9.7% |
| Canada | $27K | 8.8% |
| Spain | $12K | 4% |
| Switzerland | $7K | 2.4% |
| Israel | $2K | 0.7% |
| Australia | $2K | 0.5% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana canned vegetables imports (HS 2005): 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 2005: Vegetables preparations n.e.c.; prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading no. 2006.
Common questions
What is the value of canned vegetables imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported canned vegetables worth $4.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 130th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply canned vegetables to Ghana?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by China (20%) and Italy (16%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 158% on the year.
What is the average import price of canned vegetables per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.48 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $2.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of canned vegetables to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.7 million in 2017 to $4.9 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. The peak was 2021 at $7.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does Ghana also export canned vegetables?
Yes. Ghana exported $310 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Belgium and France. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $4.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for canned vegetables?
The HS code for canned vegetables is heading 2005. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 2005.51 (39% of the value) and 2005.20 (34%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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