Molluscs exports from Ghana: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Ghana exported molluscs worth $6.6 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). That is 64% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $24.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $18.3M | 5.3K t |
| 2022 | $12.0M | 4.3K t |
| 2021 | $12.7M | 7.6K t |
| 2020 | $7.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $16.6M | 10.3K t |
| 2018 | $24.5M | 9.3K t |
| 2017 | $12.9M | 2.2K t |
Where Ghana exports molluscs to
One buyer market dominates: Spain accounted for 51% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $3.4M | 52% |
| Italy | $2.1M | 32% |
| Malaysia | $398K | 6% |
| Morocco | $227K | 3.4% |
| Greece | $172K | 2.6% |
| France | $137K | 2.1% |
| China | $109K | 1.7% |
| Australia | $9K | 0.1% |
| United States | $8K | 0.1% |
| Austria | $6K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 0307
| 0307.43 | Frozen squid and cuttlefish | 97% |
| 0307.52 | Frozen octopus | 2.9% |
| 0307.60 | Fresh land snails | 0.3% |
| 0307.92 | Frozen molluscs (other) | 0% |
| 0307.29 | Dried scallops | 0% |
| 0307.49 | Dried squid and cuttlefish | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0307.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.63 per kg, close to the world average of $5.09.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Molluscs imports to Ghana
Ghana imported $272 thousand of molluscs in 2024 (84 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 84% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+192% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $228K | 84% |
| Netherlands | $25K | 9% |
| South Africa | $12K | 4.4% |
| Germany | $8K | 2.8% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0.1% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana molluscs exports (HS 0307): 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 0307: Molluscs; whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked molluscs, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process.
Common questions
What is the value of molluscs exported by Ghana?
Ghana exported molluscs worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 70th of 172 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 64% on 2023.
Which countries buy molluscs from Ghana?
Spain was the largest buyer with 51% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by Italy (32%) and Malaysia (6%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 15 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of molluscs per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.63 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $5.09 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of molluscs from Ghana changed since 2017?
Exports went from $12.9 million in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024, a fall of 49%. The peak was 2018 at $24.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.9 million a year.
Does Ghana also import molluscs?
Yes. Ghana imported $272 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the Netherlands and South Africa. On balance Ghana is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for molluscs?
The HS code for molluscs is heading 0307. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 0307.43 (97% of the value) and 0307.52 (3%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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