Carbon and copy paper imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of carbon and copy paper by Uganda reached $3.8 million in 2024 (5.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 30% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 38% 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 | $3.8M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 720 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $950K | 907 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $399K | 344 t |
Where Uganda imports carbon and copy paper from
The largest suppliers were Indonesia (28%), South Korea (25%), Kenya (21%). Among the main suppliers, Kenya grew fastest (+148% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $1.1M | 28% |
| South Korea | $944K | 25% |
| Kenya | $789K | 21% |
| China | $637K | 17% |
| Egypt | $219K | 5.7% |
| Thailand | $94K | 2.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $36K | 0.9% |
| Russia | $26K | 0.7% |
| India | $3K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 4809
| 4809.90 | Carbon paper and transfer paper | 54% |
| 4809.20 | Carbonless (self-copy) paper | 46% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4809.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.77 per kg, 57% below the world average of $1.81, 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.
Carbon and copy paper exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $324 thousand of carbon and copy paper in 2024 (151 tonnes). South Sudan alone took 80% of it. Among the main buyer markets, South Sudan grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Sudan | $261K | 81% |
| Burundi | $63K | 20% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda carbon and copy paper imports (HS 4809): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 4809: Carbon paper, self copy paper, and other copying or transfer papers (including coated or impregnated paper for duplicator stencils or offset plates), whether or not printed, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of carbon and copy paper imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported carbon and copy paper worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply carbon and copy paper to Uganda?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by South Korea (25%) and Kenya (21%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 750% on the year.
What is the average import price of carbon and copy paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.77 per kg in 2024, 57% below the world average of $1.81 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of carbon and copy paper to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $399 thousand in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, an increase of 857%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
Does Uganda also export carbon and copy paper?
Yes. Uganda exported $324 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Sudan and Burundi. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for carbon and copy paper?
The HS code for carbon and copy paper is heading 4809. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 4809.90 (54% of the value) and 4809.20 (46%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Uganda. Tell us your product to see it live.
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