Modified starch imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Ghana imported $5.6 million of modified starch in 2024 (5.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 53% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $5.6M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 3.7K t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 5.3K t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 1.4K t |
Where Ghana imports modified starch from
The largest suppliers were China (44%), Netherlands (36%), Thailand (10%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+108% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 44% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 36% |
| Thailand | $556K | 9.9% |
| India | $249K | 4.4% |
| Israel | $99K | 1.8% |
| South Africa | $79K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $64K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $44K | 0.8% |
| Paraguay | $16K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $11K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 3505
| 3505.10 | Dextrins and other modified starches | 96% |
| 3505.20 | Starch adhesive | 3.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3505.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.06 per kg, close to the world average of $1.27.
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 modified starch imports (HS 3505): 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 3505: Dextrins and other modified starches (e.g. pregelatinised or esterified starches); glues based on starches or on dextrins or other modified starches.
Common questions
What is the value of modified starch imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported modified starch worth $5.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 79th of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 53% on 2023.
Which countries supply modified starch to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by the Netherlands (36%) and Thailand (10%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 108% on the year.
What is the average import price of modified starch per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.06 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $1.27 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of modified starch to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $5.6 million in 2024, an increase of 252%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for modified starch?
The HS code for modified starch is heading 3505. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 3505.10 (96% of the value) and 3505.20 (4%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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