Starch imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of starch by Ghana reached $4.7 million in 2024 (9.9 thousand tonnes). That is 18% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $4.7M | 9.9K t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 7.0K t |
| 2022 | $5.0M | 8.7K t |
| 2021 | $5.2M | 9.0K t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 5.3K t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 5.0K t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 4.3K t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 4.3K t |
Where Ghana imports starch from
The largest suppliers were Turkey (29%), Egypt (16%), India (15%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Product types under HS 1108
| 1108.12 | Corn starch | 74% |
| 1108.14 | Cassava starch | 24% |
| 1108.19 | Starch (other species) | 1% |
| 1108.13 | Potato starch | 1% |
| 1108.11 | Wheat starch | 0.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1108.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.48 per kg, 24% below the world average of $0.63, 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.
Starch exports from Ghana
Exports of starch by Ghana reached $614 thousand in 2024 (816 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (40%), United Kingdom (38%), France (3%). Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+162% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $247K | 40% |
| United Kingdom | $236K | 38% |
| France | $21K | 3.4% |
| Germany | $21K | 3.4% |
| China | $17K | 2.7% |
| Ireland | $15K | 2.4% |
| Romania | $14K | 2.3% |
| Italy | $12K | 1.9% |
| Canada | $10K | 1.6% |
| South Africa | $7K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana starch imports (HS 1108): 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 1108: Starches; inulin.
Common questions
What is the value of starch imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported starch worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 90th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply starch to Ghana?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Egypt (16%) and India (15%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 790% on the year.
What is the average import price of starch per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.48 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $0.63 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of starch to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $4.7 million in 2024, an increase of 186%. The peak was 2021 at $5.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
Does Ghana also export starch?
Yes. Ghana exported $614 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, the United Kingdom and France. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $4.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for starch?
The HS code for starch is heading 1108. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 1108.12 (74% of the value) and 1108.14 (24%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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