Water-based paint imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Ghana imported $9.8 million of water-based paint in 2024 (7.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 15% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $14.2 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 | $9.8M | 7.3K t |
| 2023 | $11.5M | 11.8K t |
| 2022 | $13.9M | 15.0K t |
| 2021 | $14.2M | 15.1K t |
| 2020 | $7.8M | 6.0K t |
| 2019 | $12.3M | 13.6K t |
| 2018 | $12.2M | 12.5K t |
| 2017 | $13.7M | 8.2K t |
Where Ghana imports water-based paint from
Most of the value came from United Kingdom (16%), South Africa (13%), Brazil (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 41%. Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+112% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $1.6M | 16% |
| South Africa | $1.2M | 13% |
| Brazil | $1.2M | 12% |
| Ireland | $1.1M | 11% |
| China | $898K | 9.1% |
| Canada | $665K | 6.8% |
| United States | $656K | 6.7% |
| Poland | $325K | 3.3% |
| Spain | $323K | 3.3% |
| Italy | $249K | 2.5% |
Product types under HS 3209
| 3209.10 | Acrylic water-based paint | 79% |
| 3209.90 | Water-based polymer paint | 21% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3209.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.34 per kg, 56% below the world average of $3.08, 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.
Water-based paint exports from Ghana
In 2024, Ghana exported water-based paint worth $2.1 million (4.6 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Benin accounted for 54% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Benin | $1.2M | 54% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $474K | 22% |
| Senegal | $382K | 18% |
| Burkina Faso | $69K | 3.2% |
| Togo | $57K | 2.7% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0.1% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana water-based paint imports (HS 3209): 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 3209: Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in an aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of water-based paint imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported water-based paint worth $9.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 90th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply water-based paint to Ghana?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 16% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by South Africa (13%) and Brazil (12%). The top three together account for 41%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 112% on the year.
What is the average import price of water-based paint per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.34 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $3.08 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of water-based paint to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.7 million in 2017 to $9.8 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2021 at $14.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.9 million a year.
Does Ghana also export water-based paint?
Yes. Ghana exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Benin, Cote d'Ivoire and Senegal. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $7.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for water-based paint?
The HS code for water-based paint is heading 3209. In Ghana the largest six-digit codes were 3209.10 (79% of the value) and 3209.90 (21%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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