Steel wool and scourers imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Ghana imported $3.3 million of steel wool and scourers in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 58% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $7.3 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 | $3.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $2.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $2.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $7.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $5.2M | 970 t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 923 t |
| 2017 | $6.5M | 1.4K t |
Where Ghana imports steel wool and scourers from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 95% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.1M | 95% |
| United States | $153K | 4.7% |
| India | $3K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $2K | 0.1% |
| Thailand | $1K | 0% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
| Poland | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| Lebanon | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.52 per kg, 37% below the world average of $3.99, 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.
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The shipment records behind Ghana steel wool and scourers imports (HS 7323.10): 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 7323.10: Iron or steel: wool, pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like.
Common questions
What is the value of steel wool and scourers imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported steel wool and scourers worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 213 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 58% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel wool and scourers to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by the United States (5%) and India (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 325% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel wool and scourers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.52 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $3.99 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel wool and scourers to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.5 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, a fall of 50%. The peak was 2020 at $7.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel wool and scourers?
The HS code for steel wool and scourers is subheading 7323.10. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7323 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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