Synthetic dye imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported synthetic dye worth $11.7 million (3.4 thousand tonnes). That is 26% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $17.4 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 | $11.7M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $9.3M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $12.4M | 4.3K t |
| 2021 | $17.4M | 5.0K t |
| 2020 | $11.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $10.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $11.9M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $8.1M | 1.5K t |
Where Ghana imports synthetic dye from
Most of the value came from India (36%), China (25%), Cote d'Ivoire (10%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+99% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $4.2M | 36% |
| China | $2.9M | 25% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $1.1M | 9.5% |
| Netherlands | $766K | 6.5% |
| South Korea | $591K | 5% |
| South Africa | $519K | 4.4% |
| Germany | $261K | 2.2% |
| Portugal | $241K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $198K | 1.7% |
| United States | $134K | 1.1% |
Product types under HS 3204
| 3204.17 | Synthetic pigments | 43% |
| 3204.19 | Synthetic dyes (other) | 16% |
| 3204.15 | Vat dyes | 11% |
| 3204.16 | Reactive dyes | 10% |
| 3204.20 | Fluorescent brightening agents | 7.7% |
| 3204.12 | Acid dyes and mordant dyes | 4.9% |
| 3204.90 | Synthetic organic products (other) | 4.3% |
| 3204.11 | Disperse dyes | 3.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3204.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.41 per kg, 53% below the world average of $7.25, 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 synthetic dye imports (HS 3204): 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 3204: Synthetic organic colouring matter and preparations based thereon; synthetic organic products used as fluorescent brightening agents or as luminophores; whether or not chemically defined.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic dye imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported synthetic dye worth $11.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 77th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic dye to Ghana?
India was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by China (25%) and Cote d'Ivoire (10%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 99% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic dye per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.41 per kg in 2024, 53% below the world average of $7.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic dye to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.1 million in 2017 to $11.7 million in 2024, an increase of 45%. The peak was 2021 at $17.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic dye?
The HS code for synthetic dye is heading 3204. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 3204.17 (43% of the value) and 3204.19 (16%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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