Knit fabric imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported knit fabric worth $2.3 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). Value fell 4% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $5.7 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 | $2.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $1.3M | 518 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 252 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 633 t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 511 t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 424 t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 1.8K t |
Where Uganda imports knit fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 91% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+78% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.1M | 91% |
| India | $132K | 5.8% |
| Kenya | $63K | 2.8% |
| Turkey | $2K | 0.1% |
| Ghana | $1K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $1K | 0% |
| Egypt | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
| Italy | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 6006
| 6006.90 | Knit fabric (other fibres) | 41% |
| 6006.34 | Printed synthetic knit fabric | 30% |
| 6006.32 | Dyed synthetic knit fabric | 14% |
| 6006.33 | Multi-colour synthetic knit fabric | 11% |
| 6006.22 | Dyed cotton knit fabric | 3.3% |
| 6006.31 | Unbleached synthetic knit fabric | 1% |
| 6006.41 | Unbleached artificial knit fabric | 0% |
| 6006.10 | Wool knit fabric | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6006.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.62 per kg, 73% below the world average of $6.06, 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.
Knit fabric exports from Uganda
Exports of knit fabric by Uganda reached $380 thousand in 2024 (63 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Kenya accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+413% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $198K | 52% |
| Rwanda | $180K | 48% |
| South Sudan | $2K | 0.5% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda knit fabric imports (HS 6006): 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 6006: Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04.
Common questions
What is the value of knit fabric imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported knit fabric worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 126th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply knit fabric to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by India (6%) and Kenya (3%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 438% on the year.
What is the average import price of knit fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.62 per kg in 2024, 73% below the world average of $6.06 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of knit fabric to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, a fall of 60%. The peak was 2017 at $5.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.6 million a year.
Does Uganda also export knit fabric?
Yes. Uganda exported $380 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, Rwanda and South Sudan. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for knit fabric?
The HS code for knit fabric is heading 6006. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 6006.90 (41% of the value) and 6006.34 (30%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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