Glue imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ethiopia imported glue worth $10.4 million (5.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 45% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $19.2 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 | $10.4M | 5.2K t |
| 2023 | $18.9M | 7.3K t |
| 2022 | $18.3M | 6.6K t |
| 2021 | $13.2M | 5.7K t |
| 2020 | $14.9M | 6.2K t |
| 2019 | $19.2M | 7.8K t |
| 2018 | $9.5M | 5.3K t |
| 2017 | $8.8M | 4.6K t |
Where Ethiopia imports glue from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Kenya grew fastest (+77% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.8M | 75% |
| Kenya | $927K | 9% |
| India | $390K | 3.8% |
| Italy | $277K | 2.7% |
| United States | $274K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $228K | 2.2% |
| Turkey | $142K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $82K | 0.8% |
| Thailand | $77K | 0.7% |
| Belgium | $38K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 3506
| 3506.91 | Polymer adhesive | 61% |
| 3506.99 | Multi-purpose adhesive | 23% |
| 3506.10 | Retail adhesive | 16% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3506.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.98 per kg, 53% below the world average of $4.24, 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.
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The shipment records behind Ethiopia glue imports (HS 3506): 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 3506: Prepared glues and other prepared adhesives, n.e.c. or included; products suitable for use as glues or adhesives, put up for retail sale as glues or adhesives, not exceeding 1kg net weight.
Common questions
What is the value of glue imported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported glue worth $10.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 104th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply glue to Ethiopia?
China was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($7.8 million), followed by Kenya (9%) and India (4%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 122% on the year.
What is the average import price of glue per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.98 per kg in 2024, 53% below the world average of $4.24 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of glue to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.8 million in 2017 to $10.4 million in 2024, an increase of 18%. The peak was 2019 at $19.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for glue?
The HS code for glue is heading 3506. In Ethiopia the largest six-digit codes were 3506.91 (61% of the value) and 3506.99 (23%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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