Uncoated printing paper imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported uncoated printing paper worth $34.8 million (43.7 thousand tonnes). That is 29% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $52.9 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 | $34.8M | 43.7K t |
| 2023 | $48.8M | 42.5K t |
| 2022 | $52.9M | 45.8K t |
| 2021 | $50.5M | 53.5K t |
| 2020 | $23.9M | 34.2K t |
| 2019 | $46.8M | 64.0K t |
| 2018 | $46.2M | 50.9K t |
| 2017 | $24.9M | 30.6K t |
Where Ghana imports uncoated printing paper from
The largest suppliers were Indonesia (37%), India (16%), China (10%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest (+208% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $12.8M | 37% |
| India | $5.6M | 16% |
| China | $3.6M | 10% |
| Brazil | $3.3M | 9.3% |
| Singapore | $2.7M | 7.8% |
| South Africa | $2.0M | 5.8% |
| Thailand | $1.8M | 5.3% |
| Portugal | $1.8M | 5.1% |
| Finland | $464K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $341K | 1% |
Product types under HS 4802
| 4802.57 | Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (large sheets) | 39% |
| 4802.55 | Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (rolls) | 34% |
| 4802.56 | Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (small sheets) | 20% |
| 4802.61 | Mechanical pulp printing paper (rolls) | 2.9% |
| 4802.58 | Heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2) | 1.9% |
| 4802.69 | Mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) | 1.1% |
| 4802.62 | Mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) | 0.8% |
| 4802.10 | Handmade paper | 0.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4802.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.80 per kg, 25% below the world average of $1.06, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana uncoated printing paper imports (HS 4802): 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 4802: Uncoated paper and paperboard, used for writing, printing or other graphics, non perforated punch-cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular sheets, of any size, other than paper of heading 4801 or 4803; hand-made paper and paperboard.
Common questions
What is the value of uncoated printing paper imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported uncoated printing paper worth $34.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 43.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply uncoated printing paper to Ghana?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($12.8 million), followed by India (16%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Finland grew fastest among the top ten, up 269% on the year.
What is the average import price of uncoated printing paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.80 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $1.06 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of uncoated printing paper to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.9 million in 2017 to $34.8 million in 2024, an increase of 40%. The peak was 2022 at $52.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $41.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for uncoated printing paper?
The HS code for uncoated printing paper is heading 4802. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 4802.57 (39% of the value) and 4802.55 (34%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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