Glue imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $7.1 million of glue in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). Value fell 12% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $7.1M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $8.1M | 3.4K t |
| 2022 | $5.1M | 5.3K t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $3.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 472 t |
Where Uganda imports glue from
The largest suppliers were China (38%), Kenya (26%), India (8%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 38% |
| Kenya | $1.9M | 26% |
| India | $588K | 8.3% |
| Indonesia | $497K | 7% |
| Malaysia | $381K | 5.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $300K | 4.2% |
| Germany | $144K | 2% |
| Netherlands | $129K | 1.8% |
| Egypt | $110K | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $93K | 1.3% |
Product types under HS 3506
| 3506.99 | Multi-purpose adhesive | 50% |
| 3506.10 | Retail adhesive | 28% |
| 3506.91 | Polymer adhesive | 22% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3506.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.08 per kg, 51% below the world average of $4.24, 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.
Glue exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $652 thousand of glue in 2024 (590 tonnes). Most of it went to South Sudan (34%), DR Congo (29%), Rwanda (23%). Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda glue imports (HS 3506): 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 3506: Prepared glues and other prepared adhesives, n.e.c. or included; products suitable for use as glues or adhesives, put up for retail sale as glues or adhesives, not exceeding 1kg net weight.
Common questions
What is the value of glue imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported glue worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 116th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply glue to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Kenya (26%) and India (8%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 167% on the year.
What is the average import price of glue per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.08 per kg in 2024, 51% below the world average of $4.24 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of glue to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, an increase of 300%. The peak was 2023 at $8.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
Does Uganda also export glue?
Yes. Uganda exported $652 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Sudan, the DR Congo and Rwanda. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $6.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for glue?
The HS code for glue is heading 3506. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 3506.99 (50% of the value) and 3506.10 (28%).
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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