Stainless steel scrap exports from Ghana: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of stainless steel scrap by Ghana reached $6.0 million in 2024 (7.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 37% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% a year on average.
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 | $6.0M | 7.3K t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 4.3K t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 924 t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 858 t |
Where Ghana exports stainless steel scrap to
India alone took 84% of it. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+41% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $5.0M | 84% |
| Netherlands | $929K | 16% |
| Germany | $48K | 0.8% |
| Thailand | $3K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.82 per kg, 42% below the world average of $1.41, 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 stainless steel scrap exports (HS 7204.21): 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 7204.21: Ferrous waste and scrap: of stainless steel.
Common questions
What is the value of stainless steel scrap exported by Ghana?
Ghana exported stainless steel scrap worth $6.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 177 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 37% on 2023.
Which countries buy stainless steel scrap from Ghana?
India was the largest buyer with 84% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by the Netherlands (15%) and Germany (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 41% on the year.
What is the average export price of stainless steel scrap per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.82 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $1.41 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of stainless steel scrap from Ghana changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $6.0 million in 2024, an increase of 461%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for stainless steel scrap?
The HS code for stainless steel scrap is subheading 7204.21. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7204 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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