Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Ghana imported $17.0 million of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer in 2024 (8.0 thousand tonnes). That is 227% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 81% 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 | $17.0M | 8.0K t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 824 t |
| 2021 | $4.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $8.1M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 501 t |
| 2018 | $935K | 488 t |
| 2017 | $269K | 98 t |
Where Ghana imports ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 96% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+304% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $16.3M | 96% |
| Taiwan | $634K | 3.7% |
| United States | $66K | 0.4% |
| India | $18K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.14 per kg, 36% above the world average of $1.57. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer imports (HS 3901.30): 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 3901.30: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers.
Common questions
What is the value of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer worth $17.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 171 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 227% on 2023.
Which countries supply ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($16.3 million), followed by Taiwan (4%) and the United States (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 304% on the year.
What is the average import price of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.14 per kg in 2024, 36% above the world average of $1.57 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $268 thousand in 2017 to $17.0 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer?
The HS code for ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer is subheading 3901.30. 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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