Foam glass blocks and panels imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of foam glass blocks and panels by Ghana reached $2.4 million in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 4% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $4.1 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 | $2.4M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 6.6K t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 717 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 1.2K t |
Where Ghana imports foam glass blocks and panels from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 95% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.3M | 95% |
| Italy | $71K | 3% |
| Turkey | $17K | 0.7% |
| Indonesia | $15K | 0.6% |
| South Africa | $13K | 0.6% |
| United States | $6K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.73 per kg, 67% below the world average of $2.23, 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.
Foam glass blocks and panels exports from Ghana
In 2024, Ghana exported foam glass blocks and panels worth $291 thousand (872 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Togo accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Togo | $291K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana foam glass blocks and panels imports (HS 7016.90): 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 7016.90: Multicellular or foam glass: in blocks, panels, plates, shells or similar forms: paving blocks, slabs, bricks and other articles of pressed or moulded glass.
Common questions
What is the value of foam glass blocks and panels imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported foam glass blocks and panels worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply foam glass blocks and panels to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Italy (3%) and Turkey (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 237% on the year.
What is the average import price of foam glass blocks and panels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.73 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $2.23 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of foam glass blocks and panels to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 34%. The peak was 2019 at $4.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.6 million a year.
Does Ghana also export foam glass blocks and panels?
Yes. Ghana exported $291 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Togo. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for foam glass blocks and panels?
The HS code for foam glass blocks and panels is subheading 7016.90. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7016 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Ghana reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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