Ethylene polymers (other) imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported ethylene polymers (other) worth $9.0 million (5.4 thousand tonnes). That is 14% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $12.9 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 | $9.0M | 5.4K t |
| 2023 | $10.5M | 5.8K t |
| 2022 | $7.7M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $12.9M | 9.0K t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $6.3M | 7.3K t |
| 2018 | $9.2M | 6.4K t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 1.4K t |
Where Ghana imports ethylene polymers (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 95% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.66 per kg, close to the world average of $1.70.
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 ethylene polymers (other) imports (HS 3901.90): 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 3901.90: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, n.e.c. in heading no. 3901.
Common questions
What is the value of ethylene polymers (other) imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported ethylene polymers (other) worth $9.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 73rd of 199 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply ethylene polymers (other) to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by Malaysia (2%) and Turkey (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 51% on the year.
What is the average import price of ethylene polymers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.66 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.70 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ethylene polymers (other) to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $9.0 million in 2024, an increase of 379%. The peak was 2021 at $12.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for ethylene polymers (other)?
The HS code for ethylene polymers (other) is subheading 3901.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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