Printed matter (other types) imports in Rwanda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Rwanda imported printed matter (other types) worth $2.6 million (44 tonnes). That is 54% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $5.6 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 | $2.6M | 45 t |
| 2023 | $5.6M | 37 t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 26 t |
| 2021 | $646K | 27 t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 22 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 38 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 46 t |
| 2017 | $860K | 19 t |
Where Rwanda imports printed matter (other types) from
One supplier dominates: Malta accounted for 75% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malta | $2.0M | 75% |
| Lithuania | $399K | 15% |
| Kenya | $84K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $59K | 2.3% |
| China | $38K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $22K | 0.8% |
| South Africa | $12K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $10K | 0.4% |
| United States | $6K | 0.2% |
| India | $5K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $58.64 per kg, 352% above the world average of $12.97. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 printed matter (other types) imports (HS 4911.99): 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 4911.99: Printed matter: n.e.c. in heading no. 4911.
Common questions
What is the value of printed matter (other types) imported by Rwanda?
Rwanda imported printed matter (other types) worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 44 tonnes. That ranks it 114th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 54% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed matter (other types) to Rwanda?
Malta was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Lithuania (15%) and Kenya (3%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 523% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed matter (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $58.64 per kg in 2024, 352% above the world average of $12.97 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of printed matter (other types) to Rwanda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $860 thousand in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 203%. The peak was 2023 at $5.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed matter (other types)?
The HS code for printed matter (other types) is subheading 4911.99. 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 4911 page.
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