Polypropylene imports in Rwanda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polypropylene by Rwanda reached $3.2 million in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 111% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 77% 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 | $3.2M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $1.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 960 t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $1.0M | 747 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $61K | 20 t |
Where Rwanda imports polypropylene from
The largest suppliers were China (48%), Saudi Arabia (28%), Kenya (17%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 48% |
| Saudi Arabia | $915K | 28% |
| Kenya | $537K | 17% |
| Uganda | $169K | 5.2% |
| India | $77K | 2.4% |
| Portugal | $2K | 0.1% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 3902
| 3902.10 | Propylene, other olefin polymers: polypropylene in primary forms | 77% |
| 3902.90 | Olefin polymers (other) | 13% |
| 3902.30 | Polypropylene copolymers | 11% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3902.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.07 per kg, 21% below the world average of $1.36, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Rwanda?
The shipment records behind Rwanda polypropylene imports (HS 3902): 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 3902: Polymers of propylene or of other olefins, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polypropylene imported by Rwanda?
Rwanda imported polypropylene worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 132nd of 203 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 111% on 2023.
Which countries supply polypropylene to Rwanda?
China was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (28%) and Kenya (17%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 109% on the year.
What is the average import price of polypropylene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.07 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $1.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polypropylene to Rwanda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $60 thousand in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for polypropylene?
The HS code for polypropylene is heading 3902. In Rwanda the largest six-digit codes were 3902.10 (77% of the value) and 3902.90 (12%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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