Aluminium foil unrolled imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of aluminium foil unrolled by Uganda reached $3.5 million in 2024 (391 tonnes). Value rose 17% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $3.5M | 391 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 402 t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 577 t |
| 2021 | $2.0M | 312 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 448 t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 557 t |
| 2018 | $1.8M | 338 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 163 t |
Where Uganda imports aluminium foil unrolled from
The largest suppliers were Germany (49%), India (28%), Kenya (10%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+196% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.7M | 49% |
| India | $974K | 28% |
| Kenya | $359K | 10% |
| China | $247K | 7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $205K | 5.8% |
| United States | $12K | 0.3% |
| Egypt | $1K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Qatar | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.03 per kg, 42% above the world average of $6.38. 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 Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda aluminium foil unrolled imports (HS 7607.19): 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 7607.19: Aluminium: foil, (not backed), of a thickness not exceeding 0.2mm, not rolled.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium foil unrolled imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported aluminium foil unrolled worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 391 tonnes. That ranks it 84th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium foil unrolled to Uganda?
Germany was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by India (28%) and Kenya (10%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 196% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium foil unrolled per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.03 per kg in 2024, 42% above the world average of $6.38 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aluminium foil unrolled to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 145%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium foil unrolled?
The HS code for aluminium foil unrolled is subheading 7607.19. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7607 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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