Paper labels imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Ghana imported $6.9 million of paper labels in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $6.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $6.7M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $7.2M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $7.7M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $4.7M | 729 t |
| 2019 | $5.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $5.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $5.5M | 992 t |
Where Ghana imports paper labels from
Most of the value came from China (38%), India (17%), United Kingdom (15%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+86% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 39% |
| India | $1.2M | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $1.0M | 15% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $783K | 11% |
| South Korea | $373K | 5.4% |
| Netherlands | $152K | 2.2% |
| France | $134K | 2% |
| Germany | $99K | 1.4% |
| Sri Lanka | $82K | 1.2% |
| Singapore | $73K | 1.1% |
Product types under HS 4821
| 4821.10 | Printed paper labels | 85% |
| 4821.90 | Blank paper labels | 15% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4821.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.72 per kg, 23% below the world average of $6.14, 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.
Paper labels exports from Ghana
Ghana exported $3.6 million of paper labels in 2024 (548 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Burkina Faso accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Burkina Faso grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Burkina Faso | $2.4M | 67% |
| Togo | $779K | 22% |
| Benin | $368K | 10% |
| Austria | $10K | 0.3% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $3K | 0.1% |
| Bahamas | $2K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
| Slovenia | $0K | 0% |
| Bermuda | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana paper labels imports (HS 4821): 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 4821: Paper or paperboard labels of all kinds, whether or not printed.
Common questions
What is the value of paper labels imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported paper labels worth $6.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 89th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper labels to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by India (17%) and the United Kingdom (15%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 86% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper labels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.72 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $6.14 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of paper labels to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.5 million in 2017 to $6.9 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. The peak was 2021 at $7.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.1 million a year.
Does Ghana also export paper labels?
Yes. Ghana exported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burkina Faso, Togo and Benin. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper labels?
The HS code for paper labels is heading 4821. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 4821.10 (85% of the value) and 4821.90 (15%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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