Plastic packing articles (other) imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic packing articles (other) by Uganda reached $7.3 million in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). That is 14% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 26% 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 | $7.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $6.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $6.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $5.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $4.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $3.1M | 929 t |
| 2018 | $4.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 562 t |
Where Uganda imports plastic packing articles (other) from
One supplier dominates: Kenya accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+33% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $4.5M | 63% |
| India | $1.8M | 25% |
| China | $297K | 4.1% |
| Tanzania | $158K | 2.2% |
| Egypt | $109K | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $91K | 1.3% |
| United States | $67K | 0.9% |
| Switzerland | $60K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $35K | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $27K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.04 per kg, close to the world average of $4.40.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic packing articles (other) exports from Uganda
In 2024, Uganda exported plastic packing articles (other) worth $1.4 million (559 tonnes). South Sudan alone took 55% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Sudan | $750K | 55% |
| DR Congo | $347K | 26% |
| Rwanda | $192K | 14% |
| Kenya | $47K | 3.5% |
| Tanzania | $13K | 1% |
| South Africa | $4K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $2K | 0.2% |
| Nigeria | $0K | 0% |
| Somalia | $0K | 0% |
| Italy | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda plastic packing articles (other) imports (HS 3923.90): 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 3923.90: Plastics: articles for the conveyance or packing of goods n.e.c. in heading no. 3923.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic packing articles (other) imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported plastic packing articles (other) worth $7.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 97th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic packing articles (other) to Uganda?
Kenya was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by India (25%) and China (4%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 116% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic packing articles (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.04 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $4.40 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic packing articles (other) to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $7.3 million in 2024, an increase of 407%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
Does Uganda also export plastic packing articles (other)?
Yes. Uganda exported $1.4 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 $5.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic packing articles (other)?
The HS code for plastic packing articles (other) is subheading 3923.90. 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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