Welded tube (other) imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Ghana imported $4.9 million of welded tube (other) in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). That is 22% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $14.6 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 | $4.9M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $6.3M | 7.3K t |
| 2022 | $14.6M | 13.2K t |
| 2021 | $11.8M | 12.6K t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $7.0M | 11.9K t |
| 2018 | $7.2M | 9.8K t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 1.5K t |
Where Ghana imports welded tube (other) from
China alone supplied 75% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+283% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.7M | 75% |
| Turkey | $434K | 8.8% |
| South Africa | $429K | 8.7% |
| India | $261K | 5.3% |
| United Kingdom | $51K | 1% |
| Portugal | $23K | 0.5% |
| Finland | $9K | 0.2% |
| Australia | $8K | 0.2% |
| Denmark | $2K | 0% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.42 per kg, 32% below the world average of $2.09, 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.
Welded tube (other) exports from Ghana
In 2024, Ghana exported welded tube (other) worth $513 thousand (1.2 thousand tonnes). Burkina Faso alone took 72% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Burkina Faso | $369K | 72% |
| Togo | $84K | 16% |
| Benin | $61K | 12% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana welded tube (other) imports (HS 7306.90): 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 7306.90: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (not seamless), n.e.c. in chapter 73.
Common questions
What is the value of welded tube (other) imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported welded tube (other) worth $4.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 62nd of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply welded tube (other) to Ghana?
China was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by Turkey (9%) and South Africa (9%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 515% on the year.
What is the average import price of welded tube (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.42 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $2.09 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of welded tube (other) to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $4.9 million in 2024, an increase of 387%. The peak was 2022 at $14.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.9 million a year.
Does Ghana also export welded tube (other)?
Yes. Ghana exported $513 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burkina Faso, Togo and Benin. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $4.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for welded tube (other)?
The HS code for welded tube (other) is subheading 7306.90. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7306 page.
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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