Plastic bottles and carboys imports in Rwanda: data, top suppliers and prices
Rwanda imported $8.3 million of plastic bottles and carboys in 2024 (4.7 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 50% a year on average.
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 | $8.3M | 4.7K t |
| 2023 | $8.1M | 4.5K t |
| 2022 | $6.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $4.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $478K | 277 t |
Where Rwanda imports plastic bottles and carboys from
One supplier dominates: Kenya accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Kenya grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $4.2M | 51% |
| Uganda | $3.5M | 42% |
| Saudi Arabia | $273K | 3.3% |
| China | $105K | 1.3% |
| Tanzania | $97K | 1.2% |
| Portugal | $25K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $16K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $13K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $10K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $8K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.76 per kg, 54% below the world average of $3.80, 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 Rwanda plastic bottles and carboys imports (HS 3923.30): 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 3923.30: Plastics: carboys, bottles, flasks and similar articles, for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic bottles and carboys imported by Rwanda?
Rwanda imported plastic bottles and carboys worth $8.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 119th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic bottles and carboys to Rwanda?
Kenya was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by Uganda (42%) and Saudi Arabia (3%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 306% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic bottles and carboys per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.76 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $3.80 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic bottles and carboys to Rwanda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $478 thousand in 2017 to $8.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic bottles and carboys?
The HS code for plastic bottles and carboys is subheading 3923.30. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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