Light nonwoven natural fabric imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported light nonwoven natural fabric worth $13.0 million (8.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 177 countries for imports of this product. That is 206% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 97% 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 | $13.0M | 8.8K t |
| 2023 | $4.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $4.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $6.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $14.0M | 6.5K t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 543 t |
| 2017 | $111K | 27 t |
Where Ghana imports light nonwoven natural fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+210% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $12.9M | 99% |
| South Africa | $64K | 0.5% |
| Slovakia | $13K | 0.1% |
| Israel | $7K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.48 per kg, 54% below the world average of $3.20, 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 light nonwoven natural fabric imports (HS 5603.91): 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 5603.91: Nonwovens: whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, not of man-made filaments, (weighing not more than 25g/m2).
Common questions
What is the value of light nonwoven natural fabric imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported light nonwoven natural fabric worth $13.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 177 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 206% on 2023.
Which countries supply light nonwoven natural fabric to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($12.9 million), followed by South Africa (0%) and Slovakia (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 210% on the year.
What is the average import price of light nonwoven natural fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.48 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $3.20 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of light nonwoven natural fabric to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $111 thousand in 2017 to $13.0 million in 2024. The peak was 2020 at $14.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for light nonwoven natural fabric?
The HS code for light nonwoven natural fabric is subheading 5603.91. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5603 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Ghana reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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