Putty imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Ghana imported $15.2 million of putty in 2024 (8.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 25% on 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 | $15.2M | 8.3K t |
| 2023 | $12.2M | 6.9K t |
| 2022 | $14.7M | 7.7K t |
| 2021 | $16.2M | 9.2K t |
| 2020 | $13.3M | 6.0K t |
| 2019 | $11.9M | 7.7K t |
| 2018 | $8.9M | 6.1K t |
| 2017 | $9.2M | 6.0K t |
Where Ghana imports putty from
Most of the value came from United Kingdom (39%), China (21%), Australia (8%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $6.0M | 39% |
| China | $3.2M | 21% |
| Australia | $1.2M | 7.7% |
| South Africa | $1.1M | 7.1% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 6.7% |
| Turkey | $808K | 5.3% |
| Malaysia | $518K | 3.4% |
| Spain | $298K | 2% |
| India | $204K | 1.3% |
| Egypt | $130K | 0.9% |
Product types under HS 3214
| 3214.10 | Painters putty | 75% |
| 3214.90 | Sealant and mastic | 25% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3214.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.83 per kg, close to the world average of $1.58.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Putty exports from Ghana
In 2024, Ghana exported putty worth $244 thousand (449 tonnes). Benin alone took 59% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Burkina Faso grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Benin | $145K | 59% |
| Senegal | $72K | 30% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $14K | 5.6% |
| Burkina Faso | $12K | 4.8% |
| Togo | $2K | 0.8% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana putty imports (HS 3214): 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 3214: Glaziers' putty, grafting putty, resin cements, caulking compounds and other mastics; painters' fillings; non-refractory surfacing preparations for facades, indoor walls, floors, ceilings or the like.
Common questions
What is the value of putty imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported putty worth $15.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 91st of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply putty to Ghana?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($6.0 million), followed by China (21%) and Australia (8%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 98% on the year.
What is the average import price of putty per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.83 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $1.58 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of putty to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.2 million in 2017 to $15.2 million in 2024, an increase of 66%. The peak was 2021 at $16.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.7 million a year.
Does Ghana also export putty?
Yes. Ghana exported $244 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Benin, Senegal and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $15.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for putty?
The HS code for putty is heading 3214. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 3214.10 (75% of the value) and 3214.90 (25%).
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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