Steel structure (other) imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported steel structure (other) worth $102.9 million (55.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 145% on 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 | $102.9M | 55.0K t |
| 2023 | $42.0M | 18.7K t |
| 2022 | $62.6M | 23.0K t |
| 2021 | $90.6M | 32.5K t |
| 2020 | $82.9M | 40.2K t |
| 2019 | $67.8M | 22.5K t |
| 2018 | $66.0M | 25.0K t |
| 2017 | $60.9M | 28.1K t |
Where Ghana imports steel structure (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+476% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $52.1M | 51% |
| Thailand | $20.8M | 20% |
| India | $11.3M | 11% |
| Turkey | $4.6M | 4.5% |
| Austria | $2.9M | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $2.4M | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $1.2M | 1.2% |
| Australia | $958K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $850K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $678K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.87 per kg, 25% below the world average of $2.48, 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.
Steel structure (other) exports from Ghana
Ghana exported $553 thousand of steel structure (other) in 2024 (342 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Togo grew fastest (+62% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $347K | 63% |
| Togo | $118K | 21% |
| Burkina Faso | $55K | 10% |
| Benin | $20K | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $9K | 1.7% |
| Lebanon | $2K | 0.4% |
| Turkey | $2K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana steel structure (other) imports (HS 7308.90): 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 7308.90: Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, n.e.c. in heading 7308.
Common questions
What is the value of steel structure (other) imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported steel structure (other) worth $102.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 55.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 145% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel structure (other) to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($52.1 million), followed by Thailand (20%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 510% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel structure (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.87 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $2.48 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel structure (other) to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $60.9 million in 2017 to $102.9 million in 2024, an increase of 69%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $71.9 million a year.
Does Ghana also export steel structure (other)?
Yes. Ghana exported $553 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Togo and Burkina Faso. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $102.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel structure (other)?
The HS code for steel structure (other) is subheading 7308.90. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7308 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Ghana. Tell us your product to see it live.
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