Other vegetable oils exports from Ghana: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of other vegetable oils by Ghana reached $160.5 million in 2024 (61.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 183 countries for exports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average.
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 | $160.5M | 61.1K t |
| 2023 | $160.0M | 53.4K t |
| 2022 | $116.7M | 50.2K t |
| 2021 | $115.6M | 44.5K t |
| 2020 | $112.6M | 56.8K t |
| 2019 | $86.4M | 36.2K t |
| 2018 | $83.7M | 49.8K t |
| 2017 | $66.4M | 37.2K t |
Where Ghana exports other vegetable oils to
Most of it went to Netherlands (38%), Malaysia (36%), Belgium (15%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $61.0M | 38% |
| Malaysia | $57.2M | 36% |
| Belgium | $24.2M | 15% |
| United States | $4.1M | 2.5% |
| Canada | $3.7M | 2.3% |
| France | $2.7M | 1.7% |
| Singapore | $2.4M | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $1.2M | 0.7% |
| Indonesia | $784K | 0.5% |
| Poland | $710K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 1515
| 1515.90 | Fixed oils (other species) | 100% |
| 1515.19 | Refined linseed oil | 0% |
| 1515.50 | Sesame oil | 0% |
| 1515.30 | Castor oil | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1515.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.63 per kg, 24% above the world average of $2.12. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Other vegetable oils imports to Ghana
Ghana imported $7.5 million of other vegetable oils in 2024 (10.0 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Burkina Faso accounted for 73% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Burkina Faso grew fastest (+73% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Burkina Faso | $5.5M | 73% |
| Togo | $1.3M | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $255K | 3.4% |
| India | $221K | 2.9% |
| Singapore | $142K | 1.9% |
| United States | $28K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $27K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $16K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $14K | 0.2% |
| Lebanon | $8K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana other vegetable oils exports (HS 1515): 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 1515: Fixed vegetable or microbial fats and oils n.e.c. in chapter 15 (including jojoba oil) and their fractions, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.
Common questions
What is the value of other vegetable oils exported by Ghana?
Ghana exported other vegetable oils worth $160.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 61.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 183 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries buy other vegetable oils from Ghana?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 38% of the value ($61.0 million), followed by Malaysia (36%) and Belgium (15%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 64 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 96% on the year.
What is the average export price of other vegetable oils per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.63 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $2.12 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of other vegetable oils from Ghana changed since 2017?
Exports went from $66.4 million in 2017 to $160.5 million in 2024, an increase of 142%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $112.7 million a year.
Does Ghana also import other vegetable oils?
Yes. Ghana imported $7.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Burkina Faso, Togo and the United Kingdom. On balance Ghana is a net exporter of this product, by about $153.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for other vegetable oils?
The HS code for other vegetable oils is heading 1515. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 1515.90 (100% of the value) and 1515.19 (0%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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