Plastic dinnerware imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic dinnerware by Ghana reached $156.8 million in 2024 (40.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 105% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $156.8M | 40.8K t |
| 2023 | $76.6M | 29.0K t |
| 2022 | $72.1M | 24.9K t |
| 2021 | $85.5M | 33.4K t |
| 2020 | $105.6M | 36.2K t |
| 2019 | $39.6M | 23.1K t |
| 2018 | $58.1M | 25.2K t |
| 2017 | $75.6M | 28.7K t |
Where Ghana imports plastic dinnerware from
China alone supplied 56% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+140% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $87.6M | 56% |
| United States | $32.6M | 21% |
| United Kingdom | $28.4M | 18% |
| India | $4.4M | 2.8% |
| Canada | $1.3M | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $662K | 0.4% |
| South Africa | $390K | 0.3% |
| Lebanon | $314K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $168K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $141K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 3924
| 3924.90 | Plastic household articles | 55% |
| 3924.10 | Plastic tableware | 45% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3924.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.84 per kg, close to the world average of $4.56.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic dinnerware exports from Ghana
Exports of plastic dinnerware by Ghana reached $2.8 million in 2024 (5.2 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Burkina Faso accounted for 70% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Burkina Faso | $1.9M | 71% |
| Togo | $525K | 19% |
| Niger | $140K | 5.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $58K | 2.1% |
| Benin | $49K | 1.8% |
| Senegal | $20K | 0.7% |
| Nigeria | $9K | 0.3% |
| United States | $5K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.1% |
| Australia | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana plastic dinnerware imports (HS 3924): 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 3924: Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and hygienic or toilet articles, of plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic dinnerware imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported plastic dinnerware worth $156.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 40.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 225 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 105% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic dinnerware to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($87.6 million), followed by the United States (21%) and the United Kingdom (18%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 185% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic dinnerware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.84 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $4.56 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plastic dinnerware to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $75.6 million in 2017 to $156.8 million in 2024, an increase of 107%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $83.7 million a year.
Does Ghana also export plastic dinnerware?
Yes. Ghana exported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burkina Faso, Togo and Niger. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $154.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic dinnerware?
The HS code for plastic dinnerware is heading 3924. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 3924.90 (55% of the value) and 3924.10 (45%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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