Paint pigment imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of paint pigment by Uganda reached $2.4 million in 2024 (447 tonnes). That is 51% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 51% 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 | $2.4M | 447 t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 375 t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 355 t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 342 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 393 t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 880 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 389 t |
| 2017 | $133K | 24 t |
Where Uganda imports paint pigment from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (48%), India (16%), Kenya (15%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+110% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.1M | 48% |
| India | $389K | 16% |
| Kenya | $350K | 15% |
| China | $226K | 9.5% |
| Austria | $106K | 4.4% |
| United States | $56K | 2.3% |
| Taiwan | $26K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $25K | 1% |
| Belgium | $22K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $10K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.35 per kg, 40% below the world average of $8.99, 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 paint pigment imports (HS 3212.90): 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 3212.90: Pigments: of a kind used in the manufacture of paints, other than stamping foils.
Common questions
What is the value of paint pigment imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported paint pigment worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 447 tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 209 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 51% on 2023.
Which countries supply paint pigment to Uganda?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by India (16%) and Kenya (15%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 346% on the year.
What is the average import price of paint pigment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.35 per kg in 2024, 40% below the world average of $8.99 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of paint pigment to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $133 thousand in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for paint pigment?
The HS code for paint pigment is subheading 3212.90. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3212 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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