Paperboard boxes and cartons imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Ghana imported $51.8 million of paperboard boxes and cartons in 2024 (34.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 18% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $51.8M | 34.3K t |
| 2023 | $43.9M | 25.6K t |
| 2022 | $51.3M | 27.1K t |
| 2021 | $49.6M | 31.2K t |
| 2020 | $42.1M | 26.8K t |
| 2019 | $45.4M | 26.3K t |
| 2018 | $43.7M | 27.5K t |
| 2017 | $26.9M | 19.9K t |
Where Ghana imports paperboard boxes and cartons from
The largest suppliers were China (41%), Morocco (29%), India (15%). Among the main suppliers, Morocco grew fastest (+211% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $21.1M | 41% |
| Morocco | $15.1M | 29% |
| India | $7.8M | 15% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $3.7M | 7.2% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 2.1% |
| Brazil | $522K | 1% |
| South Africa | $459K | 0.9% |
| France | $265K | 0.5% |
| Indonesia | $242K | 0.5% |
| Czech Republic | $223K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 4819
| 4819.10 | Corrugated cardboard boxes and cartons | 33% |
| 4819.20 | Folding cartons (non-corrugated) | 32% |
| 4819.30 | Large paper sacks and bags | 26% |
| 4819.40 | Small paper sacks and bags | 7.1% |
| 4819.50 | Paper packing containers and sleeves | 1.2% |
| 4819.60 | Office storage boxes and filing materials | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4819.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.51 per kg, 37% below the world average of $2.38, 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.
Paperboard boxes and cartons exports from Ghana
Ghana exported $10.3 million of paperboard boxes and cartons in 2024 (9.0 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Togo (45%), Burkina Faso (41%), Benin (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Benin grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Togo | $4.6M | 45% |
| Burkina Faso | $4.2M | 41% |
| Benin | $1.2M | 11% |
| Niger | $105K | 1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $70K | 0.7% |
| Senegal | $57K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $21K | 0.2% |
| Singapore | $8K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $3K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $3K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana paperboard boxes and cartons imports (HS 4819): 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 4819: Cartons, boxes, cases, bags and the like, of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or fibres; box files, letter trays and the like, of paper or paperboard, of a kind used in offices, shops or the like.
Common questions
What is the value of paperboard boxes and cartons imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported paperboard boxes and cartons worth $51.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 34.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply paperboard boxes and cartons to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($21.1 million), followed by Morocco (29%) and India (15%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 250% on the year.
What is the average import price of paperboard boxes and cartons per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.51 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $2.38 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of paperboard boxes and cartons to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.9 million in 2017 to $51.8 million in 2024, an increase of 92%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $44.3 million a year.
Does Ghana also export paperboard boxes and cartons?
Yes. Ghana exported $10.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Togo, Burkina Faso and Benin. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $41.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for paperboard boxes and cartons?
The HS code for paperboard boxes and cartons is heading 4819. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 4819.10 (33% of the value) and 4819.20 (32%).
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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