Sawn hardwood boards (other) exports from Ghana: data, top buyers and prices
Ghana exported $6.4 million of sawn hardwood boards (other) in 2024 (25.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 31% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $19.0 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.4M | 25.7K t |
| 2023 | $9.2M | 34.1K t |
| 2022 | $12.6M | 44.1K t |
| 2021 | $13.1M | 46.2K t |
| 2020 | $12.5M | 48.2K t |
| 2019 | $18.0M | 49.9K t |
| 2018 | $19.0M | 50.9K t |
| 2017 | $3.8M | 6.7K t |
Where Ghana exports sawn hardwood boards (other) to
The largest buyer markets were Niger (45%), Senegal (12%), South Africa (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Taiwan grew fastest (+817% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $2.9M | 45% |
| Senegal | $770K | 12% |
| South Africa | $443K | 6.9% |
| Taiwan | $423K | 6.6% |
| Egypt | $398K | 6.2% |
| Guatemala | $387K | 6.1% |
| Burkina Faso | $208K | 3.3% |
| Thailand | $149K | 2.3% |
| Canada | $123K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $102K | 1.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.25 per kg, 63% below the world average of $0.67, 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 sawn hardwood boards (other) exports (HS 4407.99): 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 4407.99: Wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407.
Common questions
What is the value of sawn hardwood boards (other) exported by Ghana?
Ghana exported sawn hardwood boards (other) worth $6.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 142 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 31% on 2023.
Which countries buy sawn hardwood boards (other) from Ghana?
Niger was the largest buyer with 45% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by Senegal (12%) and South Africa (7%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 24 buyer countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 817% on the year.
What is the average export price of sawn hardwood boards (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.25 per kg in 2024, 63% below the world average of $0.67 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of sawn hardwood boards (other) from Ghana changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.8 million in 2017 to $6.4 million in 2024, an increase of 68%. The peak was 2018 at $19.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for sawn hardwood boards (other)?
The HS code for sawn hardwood boards (other) is subheading 4407.99. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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