Leather bags and cases imports in Rwanda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Rwanda imported leather bags and cases worth $3.6 million (515 tonnes). That is 68% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $10.4 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 | $3.6M | 515 t |
| 2023 | $2.1M | 443 t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 346 t |
| 2021 | $10.4M | 388 t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 261 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 210 t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 160 t |
Where Rwanda imports leather bags and cases from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 87% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+87% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.1M | 87% |
| United Kingdom | $148K | 4.1% |
| Kenya | $49K | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $47K | 1.3% |
| Egypt | $41K | 1.2% |
| Hong Kong | $38K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $38K | 1.1% |
| India | $25K | 0.7% |
| United States | $24K | 0.7% |
| South Africa | $17K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 4202
| 4202.12 | Luggage (plastic or textile) | 52% |
| 4202.92 | Cases and containers (plastic or textile, other) | 26% |
| 4202.22 | Handbag (plastic or textile) | 8.6% |
| 4202.21 | Leather handbag | 4.9% |
| 4202.19 | Luggage (fibre or paperboard) | 3.5% |
| 4202.99 | Cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) | 1.6% |
| 4202.32 | Small goods (plastic or textile) | 1.6% |
| 4202.11 | Leather luggage | 1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4202.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.98 per kg, 65% below the world average of $20.00, 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.
Leather bags and cases exports from Rwanda
In 2024, Rwanda exported leather bags and cases worth $1.5 million (29 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 81% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.2M | 82% |
| Canada | $100K | 6.8% |
| China | $65K | 4.5% |
| Japan | $27K | 1.9% |
| Italy | $22K | 1.5% |
| Singapore | $16K | 1.1% |
| Australia | $10K | 0.7% |
| Indonesia | $8K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $6K | 0.4% |
| Taiwan | $4K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Rwanda?
The shipment records behind Rwanda leather bags and cases imports (HS 4202): 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 4202: Trunks; suit, camera, jewellery, cutlery cases; travel, tool, similar bags; wholly or mainly covered by leather, composition leather, plastic sheeting, textile materials, vulcanised fibre, paperboard.
Common questions
What is the value of leather bags and cases imported by Rwanda?
Rwanda imported leather bags and cases worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 515 tonnes. That ranks it 159th of 224 countries worldwide. The value was up 68% on 2023.
Which countries supply leather bags and cases to Rwanda?
China was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by the United Kingdom (4%) and Kenya (1%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 365% on the year.
What is the average import price of leather bags and cases per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.98 per kg in 2024, 65% below the world average of $20.00 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of leather bags and cases to Rwanda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024, an increase of 201%. The peak was 2021 at $10.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
Does Rwanda also export leather bags and cases?
Yes. Rwanda exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Canada and China. On balance Rwanda is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for leather bags and cases?
The HS code for leather bags and cases is heading 4202. In Rwanda the largest six-digit codes were 4202.12 (51% of the value) and 4202.92 (26%).
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 Rwanda. Tell us your product to see it live.
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