Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $8.8 million of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer in 2024 (7.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 37% on 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $8.8M | 7.6K t |
| 2023 | $6.4M | 4.9K t |
| 2022 | $5.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 3.7K t |
| 2018 | $4.4M | 3.5K t |
Where Uganda imports ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer from
The largest suppliers were Saudi Arabia (47%), China (34%), Taiwan (12%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+334% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $4.2M | 47% |
| China | $3.0M | 34% |
| Taiwan | $1.0M | 12% |
| France | $561K | 6.4% |
| South Korea | $55K | 0.6% |
| India | $13K | 0.2% |
| Kenya | $3K | 0% |
| Germany | $2K | 0% |
| Hong Kong | $1K | 0% |
| Cameroon | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.16 per kg, 26% below the world average of $1.57, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer imports (HS 3901.30): 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 3901.30: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers.
Common questions
What is the value of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer worth $8.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 171 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer to Uganda?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by China (34%) and Taiwan (12%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 334% on the year.
What is the average import price of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.16 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $1.57 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2018 to $8.8 million in 2024, an increase of 99%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 7 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer?
The HS code for ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer is subheading 3901.30. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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