Glass fiber imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported glass fiber worth $2.6 million (739 tonnes). That is 99% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% 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 | $2.6M | 739 t |
| 2023 | $1.3M | 393 t |
| 2022 | $427K | 143 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 243 t |
| 2020 | $520K | 176 t |
| 2019 | $400K | 237 t |
| 2018 | $380K | 189 t |
| 2017 | $365K | 111 t |
Where Uganda imports glass fiber from
Most of the value came from China (47%), Malaysia (26%), Kenya (10%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+840% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 47% |
| Malaysia | $670K | 26% |
| Kenya | $271K | 11% |
| United Arab Emirates | $165K | 6.4% |
| United Kingdom | $88K | 3.4% |
| India | $83K | 3.2% |
| Egypt | $33K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $23K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $16K | 0.6% |
| South Africa | $8K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 7019
| 7019.90 | Glass fibre products (other) | 77% |
| 7019.31 | Glass fibre mats | 16% |
| 7019.39 | Glass fibre boards and mattresses | 2.4% |
| 7019.11 | Chopped glass fibres | 1.5% |
| 7019.59 | Woven glass fibre fabrics (other) | 1.4% |
| 7019.12 | Glass fibre rovings | 1% |
| 7019.40 | Woven glass fibre fabric | 0.9% |
| 7019.32 | Glass fibre non-woven sheets | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7019.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.50 per kg, 41% above the world average of $2.48. 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 glass fiber imports (HS 7019): 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 7019: Glass fibres (including glass wool) and articles thereof (e.g. yarn, rovings, woven fabrics).
Common questions
What is the value of glass fiber imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported glass fiber worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 739 tonnes. That ranks it 113th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 99% on 2023.
Which countries supply glass fiber to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Malaysia (26%) and Kenya (10%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 840% on the year.
What is the average import price of glass fiber per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.50 per kg in 2024, 41% above the world average of $2.48 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of glass fiber to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $365 thousand in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 610%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $912 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for glass fiber?
The HS code for glass fiber is heading 7019. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 7019.90 (77% of the value) and 7019.31 (16%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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