Uncoated paperboard imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported uncoated paperboard worth $13.3 million (28.8 thousand tonnes). That is 21% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $37.0 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 | $13.3M | 28.8K t |
| 2023 | $16.7M | 27.7K t |
| 2022 | $19.8M | 26.3K t |
| 2021 | $37.0M | 51.1K t |
| 2020 | $18.6M | 45.3K t |
| 2019 | $34.8M | 69.9K t |
| 2018 | $31.1M | 50.3K t |
| 2017 | $12.6M | 24.5K t |
Where Ghana imports uncoated paperboard from
Most of the value came from Germany (40%), Sweden (11%), South Africa (10%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $5.3M | 40% |
| Sweden | $1.5M | 11% |
| South Africa | $1.4M | 10% |
| Spain | $876K | 6.6% |
| Malaysia | $610K | 4.6% |
| Indonesia | $483K | 3.6% |
| Portugal | $454K | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $403K | 3% |
| China | $350K | 2.6% |
| Italy | $331K | 2.5% |
Product types under HS 4805
| 4805.24 | Light testliner (recycled linerboard, under 150g/m2) | 54% |
| 4805.11 | Semi-chemical fluting paper | 20% |
| 4805.25 | Heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) | 10% |
| 4805.19 | Fluting paper (other types) | 7.8% |
| 4805.91 | Uncoated paperboard (light, under 150g/m2) | 5.3% |
| 4805.93 | Uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+) | 1.9% |
| 4805.92 | Uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) | 0.7% |
| 4805.40 | Filter paper and paperboard | 0.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4805.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.46 per kg, close to the world average of $0.56.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Uncoated paperboard exports from Ghana
In 2024, Ghana exported uncoated paperboard worth $1.9 million (4.3 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Cote d'Ivoire accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Togo grew fastest (+201% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cote d'Ivoire | $1.5M | 75% |
| Niger | $245K | 13% |
| Togo | $238K | 12% |
| France | $1K | 0.1% |
| Burkina Faso | $1K | 0% |
| Benin | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana uncoated paperboard imports (HS 4805): 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 4805: Uncoated paper and paperboard n.e.c., in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of uncoated paperboard imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported uncoated paperboard worth $13.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 28.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 91st of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply uncoated paperboard to Ghana?
Germany was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by Sweden (11%) and South Africa (10%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 736% on the year.
What is the average import price of uncoated paperboard per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.46 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $0.56 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of uncoated paperboard to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.6 million in 2017 to $13.3 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. The peak was 2021 at $37.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.0 million a year.
Does Ghana also export uncoated paperboard?
Yes. Ghana exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Cote d'Ivoire, Niger and Togo. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $11.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for uncoated paperboard?
The HS code for uncoated paperboard is heading 4805. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 4805.24 (53% of the value) and 4805.11 (20%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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