Plastic caps and closures imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported plastic caps and closures worth $4.3 million (921 tonnes). Value rose 26% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $5.8 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 | $4.3M | 921 t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 763 t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 512 t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 707 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 804 t |
| 2019 | $4.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $5.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $673K | 537 t |
Where Uganda imports plastic caps and closures from
Kenya alone supplied 68% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+70% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $2.9M | 68% |
| India | $673K | 16% |
| China | $353K | 8.2% |
| Netherlands | $102K | 2.4% |
| Germany | $60K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $46K | 1.1% |
| United States | $34K | 0.8% |
| Colombia | $29K | 0.7% |
| South Africa | $21K | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $15K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.67 per kg, 21% below the world average of $5.90, 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.
Plastic caps and closures exports from Uganda
Exports of plastic caps and closures by Uganda reached $1.9 million in 2024 (806 tonnes). Most of it went to Burundi (29%), Zambia (20%), South Sudan (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+240% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Burundi | $555K | 29% |
| Zambia | $381K | 20% |
| South Sudan | $353K | 18% |
| Rwanda | $269K | 14% |
| DR Congo | $130K | 6.8% |
| Kenya | $114K | 5.9% |
| Tanzania | $96K | 5% |
| Germany | $5K | 0.3% |
| United States | $3K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda plastic caps and closures imports (HS 3923.50): 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 3923.50: Plastics: stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic caps and closures imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported plastic caps and closures worth $4.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 921 tonnes. That ranks it 122nd of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic caps and closures to Uganda?
Kenya was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by India (16%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 683% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic caps and closures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.67 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $5.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic caps and closures to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $673 thousand in 2017 to $4.3 million in 2024, an increase of 539%. The peak was 2018 at $5.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does Uganda also export plastic caps and closures?
Yes. Uganda exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burundi, Zambia and South Sudan. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic caps and closures?
The HS code for plastic caps and closures is subheading 3923.50. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Uganda reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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