Polyether resins imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $23.9 million of polyether resins in 2024 (15.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 5% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $35.1 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 | $23.9M | 15.6K t |
| 2023 | $22.7M | 14.4K t |
| 2022 | $12.3M | 6.1K t |
| 2021 | $35.1M | 13.4K t |
| 2020 | $20.2M | 9.8K t |
| 2019 | $17.2M | 9.3K t |
| 2018 | $20.4M | 10.0K t |
| 2017 | $5.9M | 4.0K t |
Where Uganda imports polyether resins from
China alone supplied 65% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+37% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.5M | 65% |
| South Korea | $6.6M | 28% |
| United Arab Emirates | $583K | 2.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $501K | 2.1% |
| Morocco | $317K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $164K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $103K | 0.4% |
| Kenya | $64K | 0.3% |
| Austria | $34K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $13K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.53 per kg, 28% below the world average of $2.13, 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.
Polyether resins exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $384 thousand of polyether resins in 2024 (215 tonnes). South Sudan alone took 59% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Sudan | $228K | 59% |
| DR Congo | $132K | 34% |
| Burundi | $13K | 3.4% |
| Rwanda | $11K | 2.8% |
| China | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda polyether resins imports (HS 3907.20): 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 3907.20: Polyethers: in primary forms, excluding polyacetals.
Common questions
What is the value of polyether resins imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported polyether resins worth $23.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 194 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyether resins to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($15.5 million), followed by South Korea (27%) and the United Arab Emirates (2%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 486% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyether resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.53 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $2.13 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyether resins to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.9 million in 2017 to $23.9 million in 2024, an increase of 305%. The peak was 2021 at $35.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.7 million a year.
Does Uganda also export polyether resins?
Yes. Uganda exported $384 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Sudan, the DR Congo and Burundi. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $23.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyether resins?
The HS code for polyether resins is subheading 3907.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3907 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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