Polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) worth $7.7 million (8.6 thousand tonnes). That is 87% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 44% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $70.0 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 | $7.7M | 8.6K t |
| 2023 | $60.5M | 49.3K t |
| 2022 | $56.8M | 37.4K t |
| 2021 | $70.0M | 51.0K t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $27.3M | 27.7K t |
| 2018 | $27.3M | 18.7K t |
| 2017 | $609K | 630 t |
Where Ghana imports polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 92% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.2M | 93% |
| Thailand | $558K | 7.2% |
| Kenya | $16K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $7K | 0.1% |
| Tanzania | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.90 per kg, close to the world average of $1.07.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) exports from Ghana
In 2024, Ghana exported polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) worth $902 thousand (1.4 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to United Kingdom (46%), Morocco (20%), China (17%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $418K | 46% |
| Morocco | $180K | 20% |
| China | $157K | 17% |
| Malaysia | $57K | 6.4% |
| Spain | $53K | 5.9% |
| India | $28K | 3.1% |
| Switzerland | $9K | 1% |
| Benin | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) imports (HS 3907.69): 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 3907.69: Poly(ethylene terephthalate): in primary forms, having a viscosity of less than 78ml/g.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) worth $7.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 68th of 163 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 87% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($7.2 million), followed by Thailand (7%) and Kenya (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.90 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $1.07 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $609 thousand in 2017 to $7.7 million in 2024. The peak was 2021 at $70.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $31.6 million a year.
Does Ghana also export polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity)?
Yes. Ghana exported $902 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Morocco and China. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $6.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity)?
The HS code for polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) is subheading 3907.69. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3907 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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