Laminated wood panels (other) exports from Uganda: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Uganda exported laminated wood panels (other) worth $36.8 million (181.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value rose 149% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 194% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $36.8M | 181.7K t |
| 2023 | $14.8M | 44.2K t |
| 2022 | $17.2M | 56.9K t |
| 2021 | $12.4M | 41.7K t |
| 2020 | $14.7M | 34.4K t |
| 2019 | $6.6M | 11.3K t |
| 2018 | $5.8M | 10.4K t |
| 2017 | $19K | 34 t |
Where Uganda exports laminated wood panels (other) to
One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+518% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $22.3M | 61% |
| Rwanda | $6.7M | 18% |
| Kenya | $6.6M | 18% |
| South Sudan | $545K | 1.5% |
| DR Congo | $235K | 0.6% |
| India | $93K | 0.3% |
| Egypt | $83K | 0.2% |
| Cambodia | $80K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $56K | 0.2% |
| Burundi | $49K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.20 per kg, 72% below the world average of $0.71, 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 laminated wood panels (other) exports (HS 4412.99): 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 4412.99: Plywood, veneered panels and similar laminated wood (other than blockboard, laminboard and battenboard, other than of bamboo, and other than plywood consisting only of sheets of wood each ply 6mm or thinner).
Common questions
What is the value of laminated wood panels (other) exported by Uganda?
Uganda exported laminated wood panels (other) worth $36.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 181.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 140 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 149% on 2023.
Which countries buy laminated wood panels (other) from Uganda?
China was the largest buyer with 61% of the value ($22.3 million), followed by Rwanda (18%) and Kenya (18%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 12 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 717% on the year.
What is the average export price of laminated wood panels (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.20 per kg in 2024, 72% below the world average of $0.71 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of laminated wood panels (other) from Uganda changed since 2017?
Exports went from $19 thousand in 2017 to $36.8 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $13.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for laminated wood panels (other)?
The HS code for laminated wood panels (other) is subheading 4412.99. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4412 page.
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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