Fuel and oil additive imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Ghana imported $2.8 million of fuel and oil additive in 2024 (566 tonnes). That is 47% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $7.4 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 | $2.8M | 566 t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $7.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 984 t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 884 t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 946 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 691 t |
Where Ghana imports fuel and oil additive from
Most of the value came from Germany (27%), United States (20%), Australia (18%). Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+89% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $737K | 27% |
| United States | $540K | 20% |
| Australia | $510K | 19% |
| Singapore | $294K | 11% |
| France | $280K | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $170K | 6.2% |
| China | $119K | 4.3% |
| Belgium | $73K | 2.7% |
| Ireland | $15K | 0.6% |
| India | $6K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.87 per kg, 22% above the world average of $3.98. 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.
Fuel and oil additive exports from Ghana
Exports of fuel and oil additive by Ghana reached $461 thousand in 2024 (115 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $460K | 100% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana fuel and oil additive imports (HS 3811.90): 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 3811.90: Oxidation and gum inhibitors, viscosity improvers, anti-corrosive preparations, other prepared additives for mineral oils or liquids used as mineral oils (including gasoline), n.e.c. in heading no. 3811.
Common questions
What is the value of fuel and oil additive imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported fuel and oil additive worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 566 tonnes. That ranks it 96th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 47% on 2023.
Which countries supply fuel and oil additive to Ghana?
Germany was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($737 thousand), followed by the United States (20%) and Australia (18%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 184% on the year.
What is the average import price of fuel and oil additive per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.87 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $3.98 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of fuel and oil additive to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, an increase of 34%. The peak was 2021 at $7.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.9 million a year.
Does Ghana also export fuel and oil additive?
Yes. Ghana exported $461 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States and South Africa. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for fuel and oil additive?
The HS code for fuel and oil additive is subheading 3811.90. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3811 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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