Food flavoring compound imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of food flavoring compound by Ghana reached $43.1 million in 2024 (6.4 thousand tonnes). That is 34% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $43.1M | 6.4K t |
| 2023 | $32.2M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $26.6M | 4.5K t |
| 2021 | $42.2M | 7.2K t |
| 2020 | $32.1M | 5.5K t |
| 2019 | $25.5M | 5.4K t |
| 2018 | $36.8M | 4.9K t |
| 2017 | $24.1M | 3.5K t |
Where Ghana imports food flavoring compound from
Most of the value came from Germany (22%), Ireland (22%), Egypt (16%). Among the main suppliers, Senegal grew fastest (+351% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $9.3M | 22% |
| Ireland | $9.3M | 22% |
| Egypt | $7.1M | 16% |
| France | $3.3M | 7.8% |
| Senegal | $3.3M | 7.7% |
| South Africa | $3.1M | 7.3% |
| India | $2.5M | 5.8% |
| China | $1.5M | 3.5% |
| United States | $798K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $520K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.78 per kg, 69% below the world average of $21.88, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana food flavoring compound imports (HS 3302.10): 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 3302.10: Odoriferous substances and mixtures: of a kind used in the food or drink industries.
Common questions
What is the value of food flavoring compound imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported food flavoring compound worth $43.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 73rd of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply food flavoring compound to Ghana?
Germany was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($9.3 million), followed by Ireland (22%) and Egypt (16%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Senegal grew fastest among the top ten, up 351% on the year.
What is the average import price of food flavoring compound per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.78 per kg in 2024, 69% below the world average of $21.88 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of food flavoring compound to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.1 million in 2017 to $43.1 million in 2024, an increase of 79%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $32.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for food flavoring compound?
The HS code for food flavoring compound is subheading 3302.10. It sits in HS chapter 33 (essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3302 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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