Painters putty imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $3.9 million of painters putty in 2024 (3.5 thousand tonnes). That is 11% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% 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 | $3.9M | 3.5K t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 802 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 621 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $675K | 449 t |
Where Uganda imports painters putty from
Most of the value came from Egypt (31%), Malaysia (28%), Kenya (16%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+142% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $1.2M | 31% |
| Malaysia | $1.1M | 28% |
| Kenya | $610K | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $408K | 10% |
| China | $144K | 3.7% |
| Turkey | $119K | 3% |
| Belgium | $58K | 1.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $56K | 1.4% |
| Switzerland | $53K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $49K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.11 per kg, 66% below the world average of $3.24, 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.
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The shipment records behind Uganda painters putty imports (HS 3214.10): 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 3214.10: Mastics: painters' fillings.
Common questions
What is the value of painters putty imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported painters putty worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 115th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply painters putty to Uganda?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Malaysia (28%) and Kenya (16%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 148% on the year.
What is the average import price of painters putty per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.11 per kg in 2024, 66% below the world average of $3.24 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of painters putty to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $675 thousand in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 482%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for painters putty?
The HS code for painters putty is subheading 3214.10. 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 3214 page.
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