Paper and pulp articles (other) imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $2.6 million of paper and pulp articles (other) in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). Value rose 59% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $2.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $1.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $818K | 770 t |
| 2020 | $657K | 662 t |
| 2019 | $759K | 603 t |
| 2018 | $993K | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $696K | 315 t |
Where Uganda imports paper and pulp articles (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 91% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+65% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.4M | 91% |
| South Korea | $40K | 1.5% |
| Kenya | $38K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $36K | 1.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $33K | 1.2% |
| India | $23K | 0.9% |
| Finland | $20K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $10K | 0.4% |
| Czech Republic | $7K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $6K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.38 per kg, 45% below the world average of $2.53, 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 paper and pulp articles (other) imports (HS 4823.90): 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 4823.90: Paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres: articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4823.
Common questions
What is the value of paper and pulp articles (other) imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported paper and pulp articles (other) worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 109th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 59% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper and pulp articles (other) to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by South Korea (2%) and Kenya (1%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 644% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper and pulp articles (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.38 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $2.53 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of paper and pulp articles (other) to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $696 thousand in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 281%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper and pulp articles (other)?
The HS code for paper and pulp articles (other) is subheading 4823.90. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4823 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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