Fish fillets exports from Ghana: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of fish fillets by Ghana reached $5.1 million in 2024 (783 tonnes). That is 53% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $14.4 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 | $5.1M | 783 t |
| 2023 | $10.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $14.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $10.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $6.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $6.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 523 t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 549 t |
Where Ghana exports fish fillets to
The largest buyer markets were Portugal (33%), Spain (26%), Italy (24%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $1.7M | 33% |
| Spain | $1.3M | 26% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 24% |
| Japan | $400K | 7.9% |
| South Korea | $375K | 7.4% |
| United States | $61K | 1.2% |
| Montenegro | $14K | 0.3% |
| Canada | $10K | 0.2% |
| Niger | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 0304
| 0304.87 | Frozen tuna fillets | 98% |
| 0304.86 | Frozen herring fillets | 1.2% |
| 0304.49 | Fresh fish fillets (other) | 0.3% |
| 0304.59 | Fresh fish meat (other) | 0.2% |
| 0304.99 | Frozen fish meat (other) | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0304.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.47 per kg, close to the world average of $6.41.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fish fillets imports to Ghana
Imports of fish fillets by Ghana reached $331 thousand in 2024 (136 tonnes). Most of the value came from Kenya (37%), Germany (18%), Netherlands (16%). Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest (+128% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $122K | 37% |
| Germany | $60K | 18% |
| Netherlands | $54K | 16% |
| Belgium | $40K | 12% |
| Norway | $23K | 6.9% |
| Lebanon | $20K | 6.2% |
| Portugal | $6K | 1.8% |
| South Africa | $3K | 0.9% |
| Indonesia | $2K | 0.7% |
| France | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana fish fillets exports (HS 0304): 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 0304: Fish fillets and other fish meat (whether or not minced); fresh, chilled or frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of fish fillets exported by Ghana?
Ghana exported fish fillets worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 783 tonnes. That ranks it 86th of 173 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 53% on 2023.
Which countries buy fish fillets from Ghana?
Portugal was the largest buyer with 33% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Spain (26%) and Italy (24%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 9 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of fish fillets per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.47 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $6.41 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of fish fillets from Ghana changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024, an increase of 103%. The peak was 2022 at $14.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.2 million a year.
Does Ghana also import fish fillets?
Yes. Ghana imported $331 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Kenya, Germany and the Netherlands. On balance Ghana is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for fish fillets?
The HS code for fish fillets is heading 0304. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 0304.87 (98% of the value) and 0304.86 (1%).
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