Coated paper imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of coated paper by Uganda reached $18.3 million in 2024 (16.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 7% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% 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 | $18.3M | 16.2K t |
| 2023 | $19.7M | 15.5K t |
| 2022 | $19.1M | 15.5K t |
| 2021 | $15.8M | 11.4K t |
| 2020 | $14.3M | 14.6K t |
| 2019 | $21.3M | 17.3K t |
| 2018 | $17.5M | 15.5K t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 5.2K t |
Where Uganda imports coated paper from
Most of the value came from India (28%), China (22%), Spain (14%). Among the main suppliers, Slovenia grew fastest (+458% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $5.1M | 28% |
| China | $4.0M | 22% |
| Spain | $2.5M | 14% |
| Germany | $2.2M | 12% |
| South Korea | $1.1M | 6.1% |
| Indonesia | $854K | 4.7% |
| Italy | $595K | 3.3% |
| Slovenia | $560K | 3.1% |
| Austria | $465K | 2.5% |
| Mauritius | $252K | 1.4% |
Product types under HS 4810
| 4810.13 | Coated printing paper (light weight) | 36% |
| 4810.92 | Multi-ply coated paper (non-graphic) | 34% |
| 4810.19 | Coated printing paper (other sizes) | 25% |
| 4810.29 | Coated printing paper (heavyweight) | 2.2% |
| 4810.99 | Coated paper (other types) | 1.6% |
| 4810.22 | Coated printing paper (mechanical fiber) | 0.7% |
| 4810.39 | Coated kraft (non-graphic, other types) | 0.4% |
| 4810.14 | Coated printing paper sheets (light) | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4810.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.13 per kg, close to the world average of $0.99.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Coated paper exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $387 thousand of coated paper in 2024 (260 tonnes). South Sudan alone took 81% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Sudan | $313K | 81% |
| Burundi | $33K | 8.4% |
| Rwanda | $26K | 6.7% |
| Kenya | $16K | 4.1% |
| DR Congo | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda coated paper imports (HS 4810): 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 4810: Paper and paperboard, coated one or both sides with kaolin (china clay) or inorganic substances, with binder or not, no other coating, surface coloured or not, surface decorated or printed, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, of any size.
Common questions
What is the value of coated paper imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported coated paper worth $18.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply coated paper to Uganda?
India was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by China (22%) and Spain (14%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Slovenia grew fastest among the top ten, up 458% on the year.
What is the average import price of coated paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.13 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $0.99 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of coated paper to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $18.3 million in 2024, an increase of 374%. The peak was 2019 at $21.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.2 million a year.
Does Uganda also export coated paper?
Yes. Uganda exported $387 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Sudan, Burundi and Rwanda. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $17.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for coated paper?
The HS code for coated paper is heading 4810. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 4810.13 (36% of the value) and 4810.92 (34%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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