Rope and cordage imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported rope and cordage worth $22.7 million (12.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 20% 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 | $22.7M | 12.5K t |
| 2023 | $19.0M | 9.0K t |
| 2022 | $19.4M | 8.5K t |
| 2021 | $23.0M | 11.0K t |
| 2020 | $20.5M | 10.5K t |
| 2019 | $16.4M | 8.5K t |
| 2018 | $14.9M | 7.2K t |
| 2017 | $13.7M | 6.7K t |
Where Ghana imports rope and cordage from
The largest suppliers were China (31%), India (30%), South Korea (21%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.0M | 31% |
| India | $6.7M | 30% |
| South Korea | $4.8M | 21% |
| Tanzania | $3.5M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $166K | 0.7% |
| Thailand | $159K | 0.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $87K | 0.4% |
| Australia | $54K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $48K | 0.2% |
| Greece | $47K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 5607
| 5607.49 | Plastic rope and cordage | 70% |
| 5607.29 | Sisal rope and cordage | 15% |
| 5607.50 | Synthetic rope and cordage (other) | 11% |
| 5607.90 | Natural rope and cordage | 2.2% |
| 5607.41 | Plastic baler twine | 1.1% |
| 5607.21 | Sisal baler twine | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5607.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.82 per kg, 54% below the world average of $3.94, 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.
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The shipment records behind Ghana rope and cordage imports (HS 5607): 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 5607: Twine, cordage, ropes and cables, whether or not plaited or braided; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of rope and cordage imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported rope and cordage worth $22.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 222 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply rope and cordage to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($7.0 million), followed by India (30%) and South Korea (21%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 172% on the year.
What is the average import price of rope and cordage per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.82 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $3.94 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rope and cordage to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.7 million in 2017 to $22.7 million in 2024, an increase of 66%. The peak was 2021 at $23.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for rope and cordage?
The HS code for rope and cordage is heading 5607. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 5607.49 (70% of the value) and 5607.29 (15%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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