Synthetic rope and cordage (other) imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Ghana imported $2.6 million of synthetic rope and cordage (other) in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). That is 6% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $2.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 961 t |
| 2022 | $1.4M | 647 t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 522 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 627 t |
| 2019 | $1.4M | 577 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 460 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 482 t |
Where Ghana imports synthetic rope and cordage (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.1M | 80% |
| South Korea | $323K | 12% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $87K | 3.4% |
| Australia | $27K | 1% |
| Thailand | $22K | 0.9% |
| Japan | $19K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $18K | 0.7% |
| Portugal | $7K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $5K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.41 per kg, 69% below the world average of $7.74, 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 synthetic rope and cordage (other) imports (HS 5607.50): 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 5607.50: Twine, cordage, ropes, cables: of synthetic fibres other than polyethylene or polypropylene, whether or not plaited, braided or impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic rope and cordage (other) imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported synthetic rope and cordage (other) worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic rope and cordage (other) to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by South Korea (12%) and Cote d'Ivoire (3%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 796% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic rope and cordage (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.41 per kg in 2024, 69% below the world average of $7.74 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic rope and cordage (other) to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 87%. The peak was 2023 at $2.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic rope and cordage (other)?
The HS code for synthetic rope and cordage (other) is subheading 5607.50. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5607 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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