Processed glass sheets imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported processed glass sheets worth $10.3 million (23.2 thousand tonnes). That is 47% 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 | $10.3M | 23.2K t |
| 2023 | $7.0M | 16.6K t |
| 2022 | $5.3M | 17.1K t |
| 2021 | $6.7M | 21.2K t |
| 2020 | $6.9M | 14.5K t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 18.3K t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 13.8K t |
| 2017 | $6.0M | 19.2K t |
Where Ghana imports processed glass sheets from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+129% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.2M | 99% |
| South Africa | $58K | 0.6% |
| Austria | $8K | 0.1% |
| Czech Republic | $4K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.44 per kg, 91% below the world average of $5.00, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana processed glass sheets imports (HS 7006): 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 7006: Glass of heading no. 7003, 7004 or 7005, bent, edge-worked, engraved, drilled, enamelled or otherwise worked, not framed or fitted with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of processed glass sheets imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported processed glass sheets worth $10.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 207 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 47% on 2023.
Which countries supply processed glass sheets to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($10.2 million), followed by South Africa (1%) and Austria (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 674% on the year.
What is the average import price of processed glass sheets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.44 per kg in 2024, 91% below the world average of $5.00 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 glass sheets to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.0 million in 2017 to $10.3 million in 2024, an increase of 71%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for processed glass sheets?
The HS code for processed glass sheets is heading 7006. In Ghana all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 7006.00. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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