Synthetic tow imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic tow by Ghana reached $6.5 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 21% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $13.0 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 | $6.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $5.4M | 952 t |
| 2022 | $9.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $13.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $9.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $6.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $7.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $6.7M | 1.1K t |
Where Ghana imports synthetic tow from
One supplier dominates: Japan accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $4.8M | 74% |
| Malaysia | $1.4M | 21% |
| South Africa | $317K | 4.9% |
| Spain | $8K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 5501
| 5501.30 | Acrylic filament tow | 93% |
| 5501.90 | Synthetic filament tow (other) | 5% |
| 5501.20 | Polyester filament tow | 2% |
| 5501.10 | Nylon filament tow | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5501.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.64 per kg, 48% above the world average of $3.14. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 tow imports (HS 5501): 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 5501: Synthetic filament tow.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic tow imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported synthetic tow worth $6.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 167 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic tow to Ghana?
Japan was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by Malaysia (21%) and South Africa (5%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 56% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic tow per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.64 per kg in 2024, 48% above the world average of $3.14 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 tow to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.7 million in 2017 to $6.5 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2021 at $13.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic tow?
The HS code for synthetic tow is heading 5501. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 5501.30 (93% of the value) and 5501.90 (5%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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