Toilet paper and tissues imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported toilet paper and tissues worth $13.6 million (7.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 52% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $13.6M | 7.0K t |
| 2023 | $8.9M | 7.6K t |
| 2022 | $6.5M | 5.1K t |
| 2021 | $9.1M | 7.1K t |
| 2020 | $13.8M | 9.1K t |
| 2019 | $11.3M | 14.2K t |
| 2018 | $14.4M | 15.0K t |
| 2017 | $13.0M | 8.8K t |
Where Ghana imports toilet paper and tissues from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 91% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+198% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $12.3M | 91% |
| United Kingdom | $620K | 4.6% |
| Turkey | $244K | 1.8% |
| France | $85K | 0.6% |
| Egypt | $60K | 0.4% |
| South Africa | $45K | 0.3% |
| India | $33K | 0.2% |
| Hong Kong | $26K | 0.2% |
| Thailand | $26K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $25K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 4818
| 4818.10 | Toilet paper | 58% |
| 4818.90 | Paper and cellulose articles (other) | 16% |
| 4818.20 | Facial tissues and paper towels | 15% |
| 4818.30 | Paper tablecloths and napkins | 11% |
| 4818.50 | Paper clothing and accessories | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4818.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.94 per kg, close to the world average of $2.39.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Toilet paper and tissues exports from Ghana
Ghana exported $1.3 million of toilet paper and tissues in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Cote d'Ivoire (45%), Togo (37%), Benin (9%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cote d'Ivoire | $574K | 45% |
| Togo | $480K | 37% |
| Benin | $111K | 8.7% |
| Burkina Faso | $79K | 6.2% |
| Senegal | $37K | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0.1% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Gambia | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana toilet paper and tissues imports (HS 4818): 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 4818: Toilet paper, width 36cm or less or cut to size/shape; handkerchiefs, tissues, towels, serviettes, bed sheets and similar household or hospital articles, apparel and clothing accessories of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of toilet paper and tissues imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported toilet paper and tissues worth $13.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 91st of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 52% on 2023.
Which countries supply toilet paper and tissues to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($12.3 million), followed by the United Kingdom (5%) and Turkey (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 337% on the year.
What is the average import price of toilet paper and tissues per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.94 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $2.39 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of toilet paper and tissues to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.0 million in 2017 to $13.6 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. The peak was 2018 at $14.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.3 million a year.
Does Ghana also export toilet paper and tissues?
Yes. Ghana exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Cote d'Ivoire, Togo and Benin. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $12.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for toilet paper and tissues?
The HS code for toilet paper and tissues is heading 4818. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 4818.10 (58% of the value) and 4818.90 (16%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Ghana. Tell us your product to see it live.
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