Polyethylene bags imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported polyethylene bags worth $33.1 million (18.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 113% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $33.1M | 18.5K t |
| 2023 | $15.6M | 6.2K t |
| 2022 | $12.5M | 4.7K t |
| 2021 | $23.8M | 5.9K t |
| 2020 | $19.8M | 11.5K t |
| 2019 | $19.7M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $27.5M | 9.0K t |
| 2017 | $15.0M | 7.9K t |
Where Ghana imports polyethylene bags from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Nigeria grew fastest (+873% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $23.8M | 72% |
| India | $6.0M | 18% |
| Nigeria | $1.3M | 4% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $873K | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $235K | 0.7% |
| Egypt | $184K | 0.6% |
| Turkey | $116K | 0.4% |
| United States | $89K | 0.3% |
| Indonesia | $76K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $71K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.79 per kg, 39% below the world average of $2.93, 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.
Polyethylene bags exports from Ghana
In 2024, Ghana exported polyethylene bags worth $296 thousand (1.1 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Burkina Faso accounted for 91% of the value.
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana polyethylene bags imports (HS 3923.21): 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 3923.21: Ethylene polymers: sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene bags imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported polyethylene bags worth $33.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 113% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene bags to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($23.8 million), followed by India (18%) and Nigeria (4%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Nigeria grew fastest among the top ten, up 873% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene bags per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.79 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $2.93 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyethylene bags to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.0 million in 2017 to $33.1 million in 2024, an increase of 121%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $20.9 million a year.
Does Ghana also export polyethylene bags?
Yes. Ghana exported $296 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burkina Faso, Togo and Israel. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $32.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene bags?
The HS code for polyethylene bags is subheading 3923.21. 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?
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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