Cotton knit t-shirt imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cotton knit t-shirt by Ghana reached $23.4 million in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). That is 165% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average.
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 | $23.4M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $8.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $9.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $9.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $14.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $5.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $6.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $10.2M | 1.1K t |
Where Ghana imports cotton knit t-shirt from
China alone supplied 88% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+244% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $20.7M | 88% |
| Thailand | $984K | 4.2% |
| Turkey | $392K | 1.7% |
| India | $312K | 1.3% |
| South Africa | $294K | 1.3% |
| Denmark | $117K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $117K | 0.5% |
| Philippines | $113K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $82K | 0.4% |
| France | $68K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.12 per kg, 65% below the world average of $20.53, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana cotton knit t-shirt imports (HS 6109.10): 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 6109.10: T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton knit t-shirt imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported cotton knit t-shirt worth $23.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 82nd of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 165% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton knit t-shirt to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($20.7 million), followed by Thailand (4%) and Turkey (2%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 553% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton knit t-shirt per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.12 per kg in 2024, 65% below the world average of $20.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton knit t-shirt to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.2 million in 2017 to $23.4 million in 2024, an increase of 130%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton knit t-shirt?
The HS code for cotton knit t-shirt is subheading 6109.10. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6109 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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