Whole milk powder unsweetened imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of whole milk powder unsweetened by Ghana reached $5.7 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 26% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $12.7 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 | $5.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $7.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $10.9M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $12.7M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $11.3M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $10.1M | 3.7K t |
| 2018 | $7.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $12.0M | 3.5K t |
Where Ghana imports whole milk powder unsweetened from
The largest suppliers were Uruguay (43%), Germany (23%), United Kingdom (14%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+382% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uruguay | $2.5M | 43% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 23% |
| United Kingdom | $802K | 14% |
| France | $509K | 8.9% |
| New Zealand | $172K | 3% |
| Malaysia | $137K | 2.4% |
| Sweden | $137K | 2.4% |
| Ireland | $106K | 1.9% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $34K | 0.6% |
| Lebanon | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.73 per kg, close to the world average of $3.91.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Whole milk powder unsweetened exports from Ghana
In 2024, Ghana exported whole milk powder unsweetened worth $759 thousand (227 tonnes). Angola alone took 97% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $734K | 97% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $25K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana whole milk powder unsweetened imports (HS 0402.21): 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 0402.21: Dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight).
Common questions
What is the value of whole milk powder unsweetened imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported whole milk powder unsweetened worth $5.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 90th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply whole milk powder unsweetened to Ghana?
Uruguay was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by Germany (23%) and the United Kingdom (14%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 382% on the year.
What is the average import price of whole milk powder unsweetened per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.73 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of whole milk powder unsweetened to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.0 million in 2017 to $5.7 million in 2024, a fall of 53%. The peak was 2021 at $12.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.7 million a year.
Does Ghana also export whole milk powder unsweetened?
Yes. Ghana exported $759 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for whole milk powder unsweetened?
The HS code for whole milk powder unsweetened is subheading 0402.21. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Ghana reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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