Synthetic staple fibre exports from Ghana: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Ghana exported synthetic staple fibre worth $16.2 million (16.7 thousand tonnes). That is 558% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 257% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $16.2M | 16.7K t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $0K | - |
| 2021 | $2K | 0 t |
| 2018 | $1K | 1 t |
| 2017 | $2K | - |
Where Ghana exports synthetic staple fibre to
Most of it went to Poland (37%), Brazil (24%), China (14%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $6.0M | 37% |
| Brazil | $3.9M | 24% |
| China | $2.3M | 14% |
| United States | $1.2M | 7.3% |
| Bulgaria | $1.1M | 7% |
| Germany | $461K | 2.9% |
| Spain | $244K | 1.5% |
| Benin | $188K | 1.2% |
| Portugal | $174K | 1.1% |
| Lithuania | $134K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 5503
| 5503.20 | Polyester staple fiber | 99% |
| 5503.40 | Polypropylene staple fiber | 1.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5503.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.97 per kg, 36% below the world average of $1.51, 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 staple fibre imports to Ghana
Imports of synthetic staple fibre by Ghana reached $2.2 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+774% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 62% |
| South Africa | $581K | 27% |
| Indonesia | $175K | 8.1% |
| Portugal | $38K | 1.8% |
| Belgium | $18K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $5K | 0.2% |
| Lebanon | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana synthetic staple fibre exports (HS 5503): 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 5503: Synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic staple fibre exported by Ghana?
Ghana exported synthetic staple fibre worth $16.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 118 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 558% on 2023.
Which countries buy synthetic staple fibre from Ghana?
Poland was the largest buyer with 37% of the value ($6.0 million), followed by Brazil (24%) and China (14%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 20 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 138% on the year.
What is the average export price of synthetic staple fibre per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.97 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $1.51 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of synthetic staple fibre from Ghana changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2 thousand in 2017 to $16.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 6 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does Ghana also import synthetic staple fibre?
Yes. Ghana imported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, South Africa and Indonesia. On balance Ghana is a net exporter of this product, by about $14.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic staple fibre?
The HS code for synthetic staple fibre is heading 5503. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 5503.20 (99% of the value) and 5503.40 (1%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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