Decorative plaque exports from Ghana: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Ghana exported decorative plaque worth $2.0 million (2 tonnes). That is 36% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $6.7 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.0M | 2 t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 1 t |
| 2022 | $6.7M | 1 t |
| 2021 | $261K | 1 t |
| 2020 | $9K | 3 t |
| 2019 | $451K | 2 t |
| 2018 | $156K | 2 t |
| 2017 | $692K | 3 t |
Where Ghana exports decorative plaque to
United States alone took 80% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.6M | 80% |
| Madagascar | $338K | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $34K | 1.7% |
| South Africa | $7K | 0.3% |
| Cyprus | $6K | 0.3% |
| Japan | $2K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $2K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $1K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,116.44 per kg, 506% above the world average of $184.36. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Decorative plaque imports to Ghana
Ghana imported $792 thousand of decorative plaque in 2024 (2 tonnes). One supplier dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 86% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $684K | 86% |
| South Korea | $65K | 8.2% |
| United States | $32K | 4% |
| South Africa | $11K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana decorative plaque exports (HS 9701.90): 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 9701.90: Artwork: collages and similar decorative plaques.
Common questions
What is the value of decorative plaque exported by Ghana?
Ghana exported decorative plaque worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2 tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 179 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 36% on 2023.
Which countries buy decorative plaque from Ghana?
The United States was the largest buyer with 80% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Madagascar (17%) and the United Kingdom (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 20 buyer countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 170% on the year.
What is the average export price of decorative plaque per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1,116.44 per kg in 2024, 506% above the world average of $184.36 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of decorative plaque from Ghana changed since 2017?
Exports went from $692 thousand in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, an increase of 190%. The peak was 2022 at $6.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
Does Ghana also import decorative plaque?
Yes. Ghana imported $792 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United Kingdom, South Korea and the United States. On balance Ghana is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for decorative plaque?
The HS code for decorative plaque is subheading 9701.90. It sits in HS chapter 97 (works of art; collectors' pieces and antiques). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9701 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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