In 2023, Ghana's sweeteners import volume stood at approximately 593.00 thousand metric tons. The forecasted data for the years 2024 through 2028 indicate a steady and gradual increase in import volumes. Specifically, the import volume in 2024 is projected to be 597.41 thousand metric tons, gradually rising to 613.91 thousand metric tons by 2028. Year-on-year percentage variation analysis reveals a consistent but slight annual increase. Over the last two years, the import volume grew by 1.74% from 2023 to 2024, and by 0.71% from 2025 to 2026. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the forecasted five-year period is approximately 0.69%, showing a low but stable growth trend.

Future trends to watch for:

Possible changes in import tariffs or trade policies affecting sweetener imports.
Shifts in consumer preferences towards natural or alternative sweeteners.
The impact of domestic sweetener production capabilities on import needs.
Global market price fluctuations for sweeteners and their impact on import volumes.