Plastic waste (other) exports from Ghana: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of plastic waste (other) by Ghana reached $3.0 million in 2024 (3.8 thousand tonnes). That is 8% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $3.9 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.0M | 3.8K t |
| 2023 | $3.3M | 6.5K t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 6.2K t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 4.7K t |
| 2020 | $956K | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $107K | 261 t |
| 2018 | $179K | 335 t |
| 2017 | $640K | 1.5K t |
Where Ghana exports plastic waste (other) to
The largest buyer markets were Italy (43%), Nigeria (15%), United States (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.3M | 43% |
| Nigeria | $449K | 15% |
| United States | $393K | 13% |
| Spain | $339K | 11% |
| Portugal | $244K | 8% |
| Thailand | $77K | 2.6% |
| Egypt | $66K | 2.2% |
| Latvia | $51K | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $49K | 1.6% |
| Togo | $25K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.79 per kg, 84% above the world average of $0.43. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic waste (other) imports to Ghana
Ghana imported $1.2 million of plastic waste (other) in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). Malaysia alone supplied 79% of it. Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+434% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $951K | 79% |
| China | $94K | 7.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $53K | 4.4% |
| Spain | $33K | 2.8% |
| Burkina Faso | $24K | 2% |
| Togo | $24K | 2% |
| Italy | $18K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana plastic waste (other) exports (HS 3915.90): 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 3915.90: Plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3915: waste, parings and scrap.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic waste (other) exported by Ghana?
Ghana exported plastic waste (other) worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 170 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy plastic waste (other) from Ghana?
Italy was the largest buyer with 43% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Nigeria (15%) and the United States (13%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 12 buyer countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 48% on the year.
What is the average export price of plastic waste (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.79 per kg in 2024, 84% above the world average of $0.43 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of plastic waste (other) from Ghana changed since 2017?
Exports went from $640 thousand in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, an increase of 373%. The peak was 2022 at $3.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
Does Ghana also import plastic waste (other)?
Yes. Ghana imported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Malaysia, China and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Ghana is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic waste (other)?
The HS code for plastic waste (other) is subheading 3915.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3915 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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