Processed cereals imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported processed cereals worth $7.4 million (7.8 thousand tonnes). That is 97% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $266.8 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 | $7.4M | 7.8K t |
| 2023 | $257.1M | 627.5K t |
| 2022 | $266.8M | 552.7K t |
| 2021 | $258.9M | 681.8K t |
| 2020 | $5.7M | 7.0K t |
| 2019 | $124.4M | 506.8K t |
| 2018 | $141.1M | 469.4K t |
| 2017 | $4.1M | 5.2K t |
Where Ghana imports processed cereals from
Germany alone supplied 55% of it. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+646% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $4.1M | 55% |
| Netherlands | $724K | 9.8% |
| Spain | $483K | 6.6% |
| Nigeria | $435K | 5.9% |
| Lithuania | $421K | 5.7% |
| Latvia | $377K | 5.1% |
| Sri Lanka | $246K | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $240K | 3.3% |
| Sweden | $226K | 3.1% |
| Portugal | $66K | 0.9% |
Product types under HS 1104
| 1104.12 | Rolled oats | 92% |
| 1104.30 | Cereal germ | 5.9% |
| 1104.19 | Rolled cereal grains | 1.5% |
| 1104.22 | Processed oats | 0.2% |
| 1104.23 | Processed corn | 0.1% |
| 1104.29 | Processed cereal grains | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1104.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.94 per kg, 52% above the world average of $0.62. 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.
Processed cereals exports from Ghana
In 2024, Ghana exported processed cereals worth $3.0 million (3.7 thousand tonnes). Burkina Faso alone took 98% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Burkina Faso grew fastest (+231% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Burkina Faso | $2.9M | 98% |
| United States | $44K | 1.5% |
| Togo | $11K | 0.4% |
| Norway | $7K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $3K | 0.1% |
| Israel | $1K | 0% |
| Austria | $1K | 0% |
| Denmark | $1K | 0% |
| Ireland | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana processed cereals imports (HS 1104): 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 1104: Cereal grains otherwise worked (e.g. hulled, rolled, flaked, pearled, sliced or kibbled) except rice of heading no. 1006; germ of cereals whole, rolled, flaked or ground.
Common questions
What is the value of processed cereals imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported processed cereals worth $7.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 97% on 2023.
Which countries supply processed cereals to Ghana?
Germany was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by the Netherlands (10%) and Spain (7%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 646% on the year.
What is the average import price of processed cereals per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.94 per kg in 2024, 52% above the world average of $0.62 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of processed cereals to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.1 million in 2017 to $7.4 million in 2024, an increase of 81%. The peak was 2022 at $266.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $133.2 million a year.
Does Ghana also export processed cereals?
Yes. Ghana exported $3.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burkina Faso, the United States and Togo. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $4.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for processed cereals?
The HS code for processed cereals is heading 1104. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 1104.12 (92% of the value) and 1104.30 (6%).
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