Food preparations imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported food preparations worth $154.4 million (65.4 thousand tonnes). That is 61% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $154.4M | 65.4K t |
| 2023 | $95.9M | 38.8K t |
| 2022 | $93.4M | 39.3K t |
| 2021 | $96.4M | 44.0K t |
| 2020 | $74.3M | 37.1K t |
| 2019 | $59.9M | 36.4K t |
| 2018 | $60.4M | 31.2K t |
| 2017 | $60.8M | 29.5K t |
Where Ghana imports food preparations from
The largest suppliers were China (33%), United States (19%), Germany (17%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+167% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $51.7M | 34% |
| United States | $29.8M | 19% |
| Germany | $26.6M | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $13.6M | 8.8% |
| Netherlands | $6.8M | 4.4% |
| India | $6.5M | 4.2% |
| South Africa | $4.6M | 3% |
| Turkey | $2.8M | 1.8% |
| Thailand | $2.0M | 1.3% |
| Poland | $2.0M | 1.3% |
Product types under HS 2106
| 2106.90 | Food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10 | 100% |
| 2106.10 | Protein concentrate | 0.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2106.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.36 per kg, 61% below the world average of $6.09, 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.
Food preparations exports from Ghana
Ghana exported $7.2 million of food preparations in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Niger accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Niger grew fastest (+652% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $5.4M | 75% |
| Slovakia | $485K | 6.7% |
| Nigeria | $335K | 4.7% |
| France | $328K | 4.6% |
| Benin | $153K | 2.1% |
| Canada | $141K | 2% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $97K | 1.4% |
| Australia | $92K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $54K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $31K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana food preparations imports (HS 2106): 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 2106: Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included.
Common questions
What is the value of food preparations imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported food preparations worth $154.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 65.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 61% on 2023.
Which countries supply food preparations to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($51.7 million), followed by the United States (19%) and Germany (17%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 167% on the year.
What is the average import price of food preparations per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.36 per kg in 2024, 61% below the world average of $6.09 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of food preparations to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $60.8 million in 2017 to $154.4 million in 2024, an increase of 154%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $87.0 million a year.
Does Ghana also export food preparations?
Yes. Ghana exported $7.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Niger, Slovakia and Nigeria. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $147.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for food preparations?
The HS code for food preparations is heading 2106. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 2106.90 (100% of the value) and 2106.10 (0%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Ghana. Tell us your product to see it live.
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