Pepper and chili imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported pepper and chili worth $16.5 million (9.9 thousand tonnes). That is 188% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 92% 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 | $16.5M | 9.9K t |
| 2023 | $5.7M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $6.8M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $4.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $906K | 936 t |
| 2018 | $940K | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $173K | 26 t |
Where Ghana imports pepper and chili from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 92% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+365% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $15.3M | 92% |
| Brazil | $996K | 6% |
| China | $177K | 1.1% |
| Cambodia | $56K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $15K | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | $4K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0% |
| Sri Lanka | $2K | 0% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
| South Korea | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 0904
| 0904.22 | Ground chili powder | 88% |
| 0904.11 | Peppercorns | 6.4% |
| 0904.12 | Ground black pepper | 5.5% |
| 0904.21 | Dried chili peppers | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0904.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.67 per kg, 53% below the world average of $3.56, 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.
Pepper and chili exports from Ghana
Exports of pepper and chili by Ghana reached $273 thousand in 2024 (440 tonnes). Most of it went to Nigeria (26%), Spain (23%), United States (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest (+230% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $72K | 26% |
| Spain | $62K | 23% |
| United States | $39K | 15% |
| Canada | $39K | 14% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $27K | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $15K | 5.6% |
| France | $5K | 1.7% |
| Sweden | $3K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $3K | 1.2% |
| Czech Republic | $2K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana pepper and chili imports (HS 0904): 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 0904: Pepper of the genus piper; dried or crushed or ground fruits of the genus capsicum or of the genus pimenta.
Common questions
What is the value of pepper and chili imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported pepper and chili worth $16.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 188% on 2023.
Which countries supply pepper and chili to Ghana?
India was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($15.3 million), followed by Brazil (6%) and China (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 365% on the year.
What is the average import price of pepper and chili per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.67 per kg in 2024, 53% below the world average of $3.56 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of pepper and chili to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $172 thousand in 2017 to $16.5 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
Does Ghana also export pepper and chili?
Yes. Ghana exported $273 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Spain and the United States. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $16.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for pepper and chili?
The HS code for pepper and chili is heading 0904. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 0904.22 (88% of the value) and 0904.11 (6%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Ghana. Tell us your product to see it live.
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