Steel U-sections imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Ghana imported $8.2 million of steel u-sections in 2024 (15.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 63% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 43% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $13.3 million.
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 | $8.2M | 15.6K t |
| 2023 | $5.0M | 7.0K t |
| 2022 | $7.4M | 7.5K t |
| 2021 | $13.3M | 15.6K t |
| 2020 | $6.2M | 12.1K t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 8.6K t |
| 2018 | $6.3M | 10.5K t |
| 2017 | $663K | 1.2K t |
Where Ghana imports steel u-sections from
China alone supplied 98% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+76% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.1M | 98% |
| Turkey | $62K | 0.8% |
| India | $40K | 0.5% |
| South Africa | $35K | 0.4% |
| Malaysia | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.53 per kg, 32% below the world average of $0.78, 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 U-sections exports from Ghana
In 2024, Ghana exported steel u-sections worth $239 thousand (578 tonnes). Senegal alone took 54% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Senegal | $129K | 54% |
| Togo | $74K | 31% |
| Benin | $26K | 11% |
| Burkina Faso | $9K | 3.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana steel u-sections imports (HS 7216.31): 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 7216.31: Iron or non-alloy steel: U sections, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of 80mm or more.
Common questions
What is the value of steel u-sections imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported steel u-sections worth $8.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 198 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 63% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel u-sections to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($8.1 million), followed by Turkey (1%) and India (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 392% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel u-sections per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.53 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $0.78 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel u-sections to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $663 thousand in 2017 to $8.2 million in 2024. The peak was 2021 at $13.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.5 million a year.
Does Ghana also export steel u-sections?
Yes. Ghana exported $239 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Senegal, Togo and Benin. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $8.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel u-sections?
The HS code for steel u-sections is subheading 7216.31. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7216 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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