Plastic and rubber extruders imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported plastic and rubber extruders worth $3.0 million (562 tonnes). That is 31% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $4.3 million.
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 | $3.0M | 562 t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 669 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 734 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 454 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 484 t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 307 t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 446 t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 61 t |
Where Uganda imports plastic and rubber extruders from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 57% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.7M | 57% |
| India | $1.2M | 41% |
| Pakistan | $28K | 1% |
| Kenya | $13K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $6K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $2K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.30 per kg, 70% below the world average of $17.64, 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 plastic and rubber extruders imports (HS 8477.20): 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 8477.20: Machinery: extruders, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic and rubber extruders imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported plastic and rubber extruders worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 562 tonnes. That ranks it 94th of 179 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic and rubber extruders to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by India (41%) and Pakistan (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 364% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic and rubber extruders per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.30 per kg in 2024, 70% below the world average of $17.64 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic and rubber extruders to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, an increase of 91%. The peak was 2023 at $4.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic and rubber extruders?
The HS code for plastic and rubber extruders is subheading 8477.20. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8477 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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