Synthetic knit sweater imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic knit sweater by Ghana reached $3.6 million in 2024 (631 tonnes). Value fell 27% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $6.6 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 | $3.6M | 631 t |
| 2023 | $5.0M | 154 t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 219 t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 161 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 170 t |
| 2019 | $776K | 120 t |
| 2018 | $873K | 115 t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 469 t |
Where Ghana imports synthetic knit sweater from
China alone supplied 97% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.5M | 97% |
| France | $40K | 1.1% |
| South Africa | $33K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $11K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $10K | 0.3% |
| Lesotho | $5K | 0.1% |
| Austria | $5K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $4K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.77 per kg, 74% below the world average of $22.33, 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.
Synthetic knit sweater exports from Ghana
Exports of synthetic knit sweater by Ghana reached $10.6 million in 2024 (373 tonnes). United States alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $10.6M | 100% |
| Mexico | $13K | 0.1% |
| France | $8K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $5K | 0% |
| Benin | $5K | 0% |
| China | $4K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana synthetic knit sweater imports (HS 6110.30): 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 6110.30: Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic knit sweater imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported synthetic knit sweater worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 631 tonnes. That ranks it 108th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic knit sweater to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by France (1%) and South Africa (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 195% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic knit sweater per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.77 per kg in 2024, 74% below the world average of $22.33 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of synthetic knit sweater to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024, an increase of 53%. The peak was 2022 at $6.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
Does Ghana also export synthetic knit sweater?
Yes. Ghana exported $10.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Mexico and France. That compares with imports of $3.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for synthetic knit sweater?
The HS code for synthetic knit sweater is subheading 6110.30. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6110 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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