Spices (other varieties) imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Ghana imported $6.3 million of spices (other varieties) in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 87% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% a year on average.
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 | $6.3M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 969 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 621 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 782 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 705 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 452 t |
Where Ghana imports spices (other varieties) from
United States alone supplied 96% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+228% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $6.1M | 96% |
| Lebanon | $93K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $50K | 0.8% |
| India | $34K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $32K | 0.5% |
| South Africa | $12K | 0.2% |
| China | $7K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $2K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $2K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.75 per kg, 37% above the world average of $2.74. 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.
Spices (other varieties) exports from Ghana
In 2024, Ghana exported spices (other varieties) worth $624 thousand (420 tonnes). United States alone took 57% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+275% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $357K | 57% |
| Spain | $111K | 18% |
| United Kingdom | $52K | 8.3% |
| Canada | $48K | 7.7% |
| Netherlands | $23K | 3.7% |
| Burkina Faso | $16K | 2.6% |
| France | $5K | 0.9% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0.2% |
| Malta | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana spices (other varieties) imports (HS 0910.99): 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 0910.99: Spices: n.e.c. in heading no. 0910.
Common questions
What is the value of spices (other varieties) imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported spices (other varieties) worth $6.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 218 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 87% on 2023.
Which countries supply spices (other varieties) to Ghana?
The United States was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($6.1 million), followed by Lebanon (1%) and the United Kingdom (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Lebanon grew fastest among the top ten, up 230% on the year.
What is the average import price of spices (other varieties) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.75 per kg in 2024, 37% above the world average of $2.74 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of spices (other varieties) to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $6.3 million in 2024, an increase of 310%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
Does Ghana also export spices (other varieties)?
Yes. Ghana exported $624 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Spain and the United Kingdom. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $5.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for spices (other varieties)?
The HS code for spices (other varieties) is subheading 0910.99. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0910 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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