Plastic packing cases imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported plastic packing cases worth $11.8 million (4.0 thousand tonnes). That is 20% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $14.8 million.
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 | $11.8M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $14.8M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $9.3M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $9.8M | 3.8K t |
| 2020 | $8.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $7.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $6.5M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $4.1M | 1.1K t |
Where Ghana imports plastic packing cases from
The largest suppliers were China (41%), United Kingdom (26%), Turkey (7%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+826% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.9M | 41% |
| United Kingdom | $3.1M | 26% |
| Turkey | $863K | 7.3% |
| Egypt | $838K | 7.1% |
| India | $482K | 4.1% |
| South Africa | $460K | 3.9% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $328K | 2.8% |
| Denmark | $207K | 1.7% |
| Belgium | $135K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $92K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.97 per kg, close to the world average of $3.67.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic packing cases exports from Ghana
In 2024, Ghana exported plastic packing cases worth $239 thousand (226 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Burkina Faso (49%), Togo (17%), Senegal (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Senegal grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Burkina Faso | $118K | 49% |
| Togo | $40K | 17% |
| Senegal | $23K | 9.4% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $22K | 9% |
| South Africa | $17K | 7.1% |
| Benin | $9K | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $7K | 3% |
| Netherlands | $2K | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.3% |
| Barbados | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana plastic packing cases imports (HS 3923.10): 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 3923.10: Plastics: boxes, cases, crates and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic packing cases imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported plastic packing cases worth $11.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic packing cases to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($4.9 million), followed by the United Kingdom (26%) and Turkey (7%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 826% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic packing cases per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.97 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $3.67 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic packing cases to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.1 million in 2017 to $11.8 million in 2024, an increase of 189%. The peak was 2023 at $14.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.0 million a year.
Does Ghana also export plastic packing cases?
Yes. Ghana exported $239 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burkina Faso, Togo and Senegal. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $11.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic packing cases?
The HS code for plastic packing cases is subheading 3923.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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