Chocolate preparations (other) imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Ghana imported $5.0 million of chocolate preparations (other) in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). That is 18% more 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 | $5.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $4.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $7.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $4.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $5.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $5.5M | 2.0K t |
Where Ghana imports chocolate preparations (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (38%), India (15%), Turkey (11%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+337% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.9M | 38% |
| India | $762K | 15% |
| Turkey | $565K | 11% |
| Italy | $544K | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $212K | 4.3% |
| Netherlands | $201K | 4% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $150K | 3% |
| Brazil | $107K | 2.2% |
| United States | $103K | 2.1% |
| Lebanon | $96K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.89 per kg, 56% below the world average of $6.64, 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.
Chocolate preparations (other) exports from Ghana
Ghana exported $889 thousand of chocolate preparations (other) in 2024 (88 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (39%), Germany (33%), Australia (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+834% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $343K | 39% |
| Germany | $296K | 33% |
| Australia | $128K | 14% |
| Switzerland | $39K | 4.4% |
| Ireland | $17K | 1.9% |
| Thailand | $15K | 1.7% |
| Benin | $15K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $12K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $6K | 0.6% |
| Israel | $4K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana chocolate preparations (other) imports (HS 1806.90): 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 1806.90: Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa: n.e.c. in chapter 18.
Common questions
What is the value of chocolate preparations (other) imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported chocolate preparations (other) worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 117th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply chocolate preparations (other) to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by India (15%) and Turkey (11%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 337% on the year.
What is the average import price of chocolate preparations (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.89 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $6.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of chocolate preparations (other) to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.5 million in 2017 to $5.0 million in 2024, a fall of 9%. The peak was 2021 at $7.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does Ghana also export chocolate preparations (other)?
Yes. Ghana exported $889 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and Australia. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $4.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for chocolate preparations (other)?
The HS code for chocolate preparations (other) is subheading 1806.90. It sits in HS chapter 18 (cocoa and cocoa preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1806 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Ghana. Tell us your product to see it live.
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