Postage stamps and securities imports in Rwanda: data, top suppliers and prices
Rwanda imported $10.3 million of postage stamps and securities in 2024 (204 tonnes). Value rose 818% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 68% 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 | $10.3M | 204 t |
| 2023 | $1.1M | 18 t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 27 t |
| 2021 | $11.9M | 701 t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 63 t |
| 2019 | $6.3M | 119 t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 81 t |
| 2017 | $270K | 3 t |
Where Rwanda imports postage stamps and securities from
The largest suppliers were Germany (35%), Malta (34%), United Kingdom (19%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.6M | 35% |
| Malta | $3.5M | 34% |
| United Kingdom | $2.0M | 20% |
| India | $1.2M | 12% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $50.65 per kg, close to the world average of $54.12.
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 postage stamps and securities imports (HS 4907): 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 4907: Unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country in which they have, or will have, a recognised face value; stamp-impressed paper; cheque forms; banknotes, stock, share or bond certificates and the like of similar title.
Common questions
What is the value of postage stamps and securities imported by Rwanda?
Rwanda imported postage stamps and securities worth $10.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 204 tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 818% on 2023.
Which countries supply postage stamps and securities to Rwanda?
Germany was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by Malta (34%) and the United Kingdom (19%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 5 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of postage stamps and securities per kg?
The average declared import value was about $50.65 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $54.12 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of postage stamps and securities to Rwanda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $270 thousand in 2017 to $10.3 million in 2024. The peak was 2021 at $11.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for postage stamps and securities?
The HS code for postage stamps and securities is heading 4907. In Rwanda all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 4907.00. It sits in HS chapter 49 (printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4907 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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