Grinding stones imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported grinding stones worth $9.0 million (2.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 129% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $9.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 884 t |
| 2019 | $3.1M | 965 t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 783 t |
| 2017 | $3.4M | 763 t |
Where Ghana imports grinding stones from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 83% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+280% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.4M | 83% |
| Germany | $738K | 8.2% |
| India | $215K | 2.4% |
| South Africa | $141K | 1.6% |
| Canada | $121K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $56K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $52K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $49K | 0.5% |
| United States | $32K | 0.4% |
| Sweden | $22K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 6804
| 6804.22 | Abrasive grinding wheels | 63% |
| 6804.21 | Diamond grinding wheels | 29% |
| 6804.30 | Hand sharpening stones | 6.9% |
| 6804.10 | Millstones and grindstones | 0.4% |
| 6804.23 | Natural stone grinding wheels | 0.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6804.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.88 per kg, 48% below the world average of $7.49, 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.
Grinding stones exports from Ghana
Exports of grinding stones by Ghana reached $526 thousand in 2024 (873 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Burkina Faso accounted for 97% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Burkina Faso | $508K | 97% |
| Sweden | $17K | 3.2% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $1K | 0.2% |
| Senegal | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| Benin | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana grinding stones imports (HS 6804): 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 6804: Millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels, etc without frameworks, for grinding, sharpening, polishing, etc and parts thereof, natural stone, agglomerated natural or artificial abrasives or of ceramics.
Common questions
What is the value of grinding stones imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported grinding stones worth $9.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 68th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 129% on 2023.
Which countries supply grinding stones to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($7.4 million), followed by Germany (8%) and India (2%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 280% on the year.
What is the average import price of grinding stones per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.88 per kg in 2024, 48% below the world average of $7.49 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of grinding stones to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.4 million in 2017 to $9.0 million in 2024, an increase of 160%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
Does Ghana also export grinding stones?
Yes. Ghana exported $526 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burkina Faso, Sweden and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $8.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for grinding stones?
The HS code for grinding stones is heading 6804. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 6804.22 (63% of the value) and 6804.21 (29%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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