Glass beads and imitation pearls imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of glass beads and imitation pearls by Ghana reached $5.1 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 347% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $5.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $1.1M | 418 t |
| 2022 | $1.6M | 658 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 546 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 593 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 349 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 329 t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 695 t |
Where Ghana imports glass beads and imitation pearls from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 94% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+420% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.8M | 94% |
| Czech Republic | $293K | 5.7% |
| India | $36K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.38 per kg, close to the world average of $4.87.
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 glass beads and imitation pearls imports (HS 7018.10): 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 7018.10: Glass: beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious or semi-precious stones and similar glass smallwares.
Common questions
What is the value of glass beads and imitation pearls imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported glass beads and imitation pearls worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 198 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 347% on 2023.
Which countries supply glass beads and imitation pearls to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by the Czech Republic (6%) and India (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 772% on the year.
What is the average import price of glass beads and imitation pearls per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.38 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $4.87 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of glass beads and imitation pearls to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024, an increase of 120%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for glass beads and imitation pearls?
The HS code for glass beads and imitation pearls is subheading 7018.10. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7018 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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