Paper notebooks and albums exports from Uganda: data, top buyers and prices
Uganda exported $4.7 million of paper notebooks and albums in 2024 (4.9 thousand tonnes). Value rose 4% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 223% 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 | $4.7M | 4.9K t |
| 2023 | $4.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 917 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 973 t |
| 2017 | $1K | 0 t |
Where Uganda exports paper notebooks and albums to
Most of it went to Rwanda (34%), DR Congo (31%), Burundi (31%). Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+220% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $1.6M | 34% |
| DR Congo | $1.5M | 31% |
| Burundi | $1.5M | 31% |
| South Sudan | $133K | 2.8% |
| Thailand | $7K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $3K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2K | 0% |
| Czech Republic | $2K | 0% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
| Tanzania | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 4820
| 4820.20 | Exercise books | 94% |
| 4820.10 | Notebooks, diaries and notepads | 4.9% |
| 4820.90 | Stationery articles (other) | 0.9% |
| 4820.30 | Paper binders and folders | 0.1% |
| 4820.50 | Sample and collection albums | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4820.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.97 per kg, 72% below the world average of $3.44, 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.
Paper notebooks and albums imports to Uganda
Imports of paper notebooks and albums by Uganda reached $3.1 million in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (43%), India (24%), Kenya (22%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 43% |
| India | $751K | 24% |
| Kenya | $667K | 22% |
| United Arab Emirates | $147K | 4.8% |
| Rwanda | $69K | 2.2% |
| Indonesia | $67K | 2.2% |
| South Africa | $13K | 0.4% |
| United States | $7K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $5K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda paper notebooks and albums exports (HS 4820): 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 4820: Registers, account books, diaries and similar; albums for samples or collections, of paper or paperboard.
Common questions
What is the value of paper notebooks and albums exported by Uganda?
Uganda exported paper notebooks and albums worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 206 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy paper notebooks and albums from Uganda?
Rwanda was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by the DR Congo (31%) and Burundi (31%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 30 buyer countries in total. Rwanda grew fastest among the top ten, up 220% on the year.
What is the average export price of paper notebooks and albums per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.97 per kg in 2024, 72% below the world average of $3.44 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of paper notebooks and albums from Uganda changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1 thousand in 2017 to $4.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
Does Uganda also import paper notebooks and albums?
Yes. Uganda imported $3.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, India and Kenya. On balance Uganda is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper notebooks and albums?
The HS code for paper notebooks and albums is heading 4820. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 4820.20 (94% of the value) and 4820.10 (5%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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