Coated printing paper (other sizes) imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported coated printing paper (other sizes) worth $4.6 million (4.8 thousand tonnes). Value fell 13% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 37% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $7.9 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 | $4.6M | 4.8K t |
| 2023 | $5.3M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $7.9M | 6.7K t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 3.8K t |
| 2020 | $5.6M | 6.8K t |
| 2019 | $7.1M | 6.3K t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 5.3K t |
| 2017 | $513K | 841 t |
Where Uganda imports coated printing paper (other sizes) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+103% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.4M | 53% |
| India | $969K | 21% |
| Indonesia | $390K | 8.5% |
| Egypt | $195K | 4.2% |
| Italy | $163K | 3.5% |
| Slovenia | $118K | 2.6% |
| Spain | $97K | 2.1% |
| Germany | $92K | 2% |
| Austria | $42K | 0.9% |
| Hong Kong | $37K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.96 per kg, close to the world average of $1.12.
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 coated printing paper (other sizes) imports (HS 4810.19): 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 4810.19: Paper and paperboard: coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances, for printing/writing/graphics, having 10% or less by weight of total fibres got by mechanical/chemi-mechanical process, sides exceeding 435mm and 297mm, unfolded, sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of coated printing paper (other sizes) imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported coated printing paper (other sizes) worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 75th of 200 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply coated printing paper (other sizes) to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by India (21%) and Indonesia (8%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Slovenia grew fastest among the top ten, up 187% on the year.
What is the average import price of coated printing paper (other sizes) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.96 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $1.12 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of coated printing paper (other sizes) to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $513 thousand in 2017 to $4.6 million in 2024, an increase of 796%. The peak was 2022 at $7.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for coated printing paper (other sizes)?
The HS code for coated printing paper (other sizes) is subheading 4810.19. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4810 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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