Diamond grinding wheels imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported diamond grinding wheels worth $2.6 million (375 tonnes). Value rose 144% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $2.6M | 375 t |
| 2023 | $1.1M | 127 t |
| 2022 | $971K | 177 t |
| 2021 | $880K | 112 t |
| 2020 | $1.0M | 140 t |
| 2019 | $673K | 85 t |
| 2018 | $846K | 68 t |
| 2017 | $885K | 69 t |
Where Ghana imports diamond grinding wheels from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 83% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+263% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.1M | 83% |
| Canada | $121K | 4.7% |
| Germany | $86K | 3.3% |
| Italy | $46K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $46K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $35K | 1.3% |
| United States | $32K | 1.3% |
| Sweden | $22K | 0.9% |
| Switzerland | $18K | 0.7% |
| South Africa | $8K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.90 per kg, 77% below the world average of $29.57, 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 diamond grinding wheels imports (HS 6804.21): 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 6804.21: Millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels and the like: of agglomerated synthetic or natural diamond.
Common questions
What is the value of diamond grinding wheels imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported diamond grinding wheels worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 375 tonnes. That ranks it 62nd of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 144% on 2023.
Which countries supply diamond grinding wheels to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Canada (5%) and Germany (3%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 666% on the year.
What is the average import price of diamond grinding wheels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.90 per kg in 2024, 77% below the world average of $29.57 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of diamond grinding wheels to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $885 thousand in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 192%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for diamond grinding wheels?
The HS code for diamond grinding wheels is subheading 6804.21. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6804 page.
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