Printed paper labels imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of printed paper labels by Ghana reached $5.9 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). That is 16% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $5.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $5.1M | 900 t |
| 2022 | $5.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $5.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 642 t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $4.2M | 935 t |
| 2017 | $5.0M | 886 t |
Where Ghana imports printed paper labels from
The largest suppliers were China (35%), India (19%), United Kingdom (14%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+194% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.1M | 35% |
| India | $1.1M | 19% |
| United Kingdom | $831K | 14% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $783K | 13% |
| South Korea | $371K | 6.3% |
| France | $106K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $93K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $88K | 1.5% |
| Sri Lanka | $77K | 1.3% |
| Singapore | $73K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.84 per kg, 26% below the world average of $6.52, 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.
Printed paper labels exports from Ghana
In 2024, Ghana exported printed paper labels worth $2.5 million (340 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Burkina Faso accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Burkina Faso grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Burkina Faso | $1.4M | 54% |
| Togo | $779K | 31% |
| Benin | $367K | 15% |
| Austria | $10K | 0.4% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $3K | 0.1% |
| Bahamas | $2K | 0.1% |
| Slovenia | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana printed paper labels imports (HS 4821.10): 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 4821.10: Paper and paperboard: labels or all kinds, printed.
Common questions
What is the value of printed paper labels imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported printed paper labels worth $5.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 87th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed paper labels to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by India (19%) and the United Kingdom (14%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 194% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed paper labels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.84 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $6.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of printed paper labels to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.0 million in 2017 to $5.9 million in 2024, an increase of 17%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.9 million a year.
Does Ghana also export printed paper labels?
Yes. Ghana exported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burkina Faso, Togo and Benin. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $3.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed paper labels?
The HS code for printed paper labels is subheading 4821.10. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4821 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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