Ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer by Ghana reached $31.2 million in 2024 (34.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 73% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 51% 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 | $31.2M | 34.6K t |
| 2023 | $18.1M | 10.2K t |
| 2022 | $14.1M | 6.4K t |
| 2021 | $13.0M | 7.3K t |
| 2020 | $18.8M | 21.5K t |
| 2019 | $8.5M | 6.2K t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 1.1K t |
Where Ghana imports ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer from
United States alone supplied 79% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+91% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $24.8M | 79% |
| China | $4.2M | 13% |
| India | $1.2M | 4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $774K | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $129K | 0.4% |
| France | $90K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $59K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.90 per kg, 22% below the world average of $1.15, 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.
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The shipment records behind Ghana ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer imports (HS 3901.40): 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 3901.40: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymers, having a specific gravity of less than 0.94.
Common questions
What is the value of ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer worth $31.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 34.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 164 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 73% on 2023.
Which countries supply ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer to Ghana?
The United States was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($24.8 million), followed by China (13%) and India (4%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 466% on the year.
What is the average import price of ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.90 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $1.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $31.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $13.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer?
The HS code for ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer is subheading 3901.40. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3901 page.
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