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Ghana - Opacifying Preparations for X-Ray Examinations - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Ghana: X-Ray Examination Preparations Market 2025

X-Ray Examination Preparations Market Size in Ghana

After two years of growth, the Ghanian x-ray examination preparations market decreased by -10.6% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption, however, showed prominent growth. X-ray examination preparations consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

X-Ray Examination Preparations Exports

Exports from Ghana

X-ray examination preparations exports from Ghana stood at X kg in 2022, almost unchanged from 2021 figures. Over the period under review, exports faced a sharp downturn. The smallest decline of -83.3% was in 2016. The exports peaked at X kg in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, x-ray examination preparations exports stood at $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a sharp downturn. The smallest decline of -83.9% was in 2016. The exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

South Africa (X kg) was the main destination for x-ray examination preparations exports from Ghana, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2015 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to South Africa was relatively modest.

From 2015 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to South Africa was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average x-ray examination preparations export price amounted to $X per ton, leveling off at the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 a decrease of -3.7% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for South Africa.

From 2015 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Cote d'Ivoire amounted to 0.0% per year.

X-Ray Examination Preparations Imports

Imports into Ghana

In 2022, purchases abroad of opacifying preparations for x-ray examinations decreased by -11.9% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. In general, imports, however, recorded a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 302% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then declined in the following year.

In value terms, x-ray examination preparations imports contracted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, posted prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 165% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then shrank in the following year.

Imports by Country

Italy (X tons), Belgium (X tons) and Ireland (X tons) were the main suppliers of x-ray examination preparations imports to Ghana, with a combined 49% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Belgium (with a CAGR of +39.3%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest x-ray examination preparations suppliers to Ghana were Ireland ($X), France ($X) and Italy ($X), together comprising 49% of total imports. Belgium, Germany and the United States lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 17%.

Belgium, with a CAGR of +61.8%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average x-ray examination preparations import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by 4% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 49% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+18.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for opacifying preparations for x-ray examinations in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of x-ray examination preparations consumption, accounting for 27% of total volume. Moreover, x-ray examination preparations consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 9.1% share.

What are the largest producers of opacifying preparations for x-ray examinations in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of x-ray examination preparations production, accounting for 28% of total volume. Moreover, x-ray examination preparations production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. Germany ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of opacifying preparations for x-ray examinations to Ghana?

In value terms, the largest x-ray examination preparations suppliers to Ghana were Ireland, Italy and Germany, together comprising 88% of total imports. These countries were followed by Belgium, China, India and the United States, which together accounted for a further 11%.

What is the average export price for opacifying preparations for x-ray examinations in Ghana?

In 2018, the average x-ray examination preparations export price amounted to $51,530 per ton, leveling off at the previous year.

What is the average import price for opacifying preparations for x-ray examinations in Ghana?

In 2021, the average x-ray examination preparations import price amounted to $94,906 per ton, rising by 1.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the x-ray examination preparations market in Ghana. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 21202340 - Opacifying preparations for X-ray examinations, diagnostic reagents designed to be administered to the patient

Country coverage:

Ghana

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ghana
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024