Plastic household articles imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic household articles by Uganda reached $2.8 million in 2024 (809 tonnes). That is 30% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $4.0 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 | $2.8M | 809 t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 801 t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 995 t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $907K | 341 t |
Where Uganda imports plastic household articles from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 52% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.4M | 52% |
| Kenya | $893K | 32% |
| United Arab Emirates | $88K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $68K | 2.5% |
| United States | $68K | 2.5% |
| Turkey | $51K | 1.8% |
| Rwanda | $43K | 1.6% |
| South Africa | $34K | 1.2% |
| India | $34K | 1.2% |
| Tanzania | $26K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.40 per kg, 26% below the world average of $4.62, 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 household articles exports from Uganda
In 2024, Uganda exported plastic household articles worth $1.1 million (605 tonnes). Most of it went to South Sudan (47%), DR Congo (31%), Rwanda (8%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Sudan | $502K | 47% |
| DR Congo | $333K | 31% |
| Rwanda | $88K | 8.3% |
| Burundi | $43K | 4% |
| Egypt | $42K | 3.9% |
| Tanzania | $24K | 2.3% |
| Serbia | $16K | 1.5% |
| Mozambique | $6K | 0.5% |
| Kenya | $2K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda plastic household articles imports (HS 3924.90): 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 3924.90: Plastics: household articles and hygienic or toilet articles.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic household articles imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported plastic household articles worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 809 tonnes. That ranks it 151st of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic household articles to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Kenya (32%) and the United Arab Emirates (3%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 276% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic household articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.40 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $4.62 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic household articles to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $907 thousand in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, an increase of 204%. The peak was 2023 at $4.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
Does Uganda also export plastic household articles?
Yes. Uganda exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Sudan, the DR Congo and Rwanda. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic household articles?
The HS code for plastic household articles is subheading 3924.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3924 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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