High-density polyethylene imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of high-density polyethylene by Uganda reached $90.9 million in 2024 (74.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 18% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 70% 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 | $90.9M | 74.5K t |
| 2023 | $77.3M | 62.9K t |
| 2022 | $98.8M | 63.1K t |
| 2021 | $80.7M | 52.6K t |
| 2020 | $65.6M | 67.0K t |
| 2019 | $62.9M | 54.7K t |
| 2018 | $69.0M | 50.6K t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 2.2K t |
Where Uganda imports high-density polyethylene from
Most of the value came from Saudi Arabia (45%), United Arab Emirates (25%), United States (8%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $41.0M | 45% |
| United Arab Emirates | $23.0M | 25% |
| United States | $7.7M | 8.5% |
| Qatar | $6.8M | 7.4% |
| Oman | $4.0M | 4.4% |
| China | $3.6M | 4% |
| Kuwait | $1.5M | 1.7% |
| South Korea | $1.0M | 1.1% |
| India | $982K | 1.1% |
| Malaysia | $427K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.22 per kg, close to the world average of $1.13.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
High-density polyethylene exports from Uganda
Exports of high-density polyethylene by Uganda reached $4.2 million in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Burundi grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $2.7M | 64% |
| Burundi | $1.1M | 26% |
| Rwanda | $323K | 7.7% |
| Kenya | $67K | 1.6% |
| South Sudan | $39K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda high-density polyethylene imports (HS 3901.20): 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 3901.20: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of 0.94 or more.
Common questions
What is the value of high-density polyethylene imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported high-density polyethylene worth $90.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 74.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply high-density polyethylene to Uganda?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($41.0 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (25%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Kuwait grew fastest among the top ten, up 102% on the year.
What is the average import price of high-density polyethylene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.22 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $1.13 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of high-density polyethylene to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $90.9 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $98.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $68.4 million a year.
Does Uganda also export high-density polyethylene?
Yes. Uganda exported $4.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Burundi and Rwanda. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $86.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for high-density polyethylene?
The HS code for high-density polyethylene is subheading 3901.20. 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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