Polyethylene film and sheet imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyethylene film and sheet by Uganda reached $17.2 million in 2024 (6.1 thousand tonnes). That is 35% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 34% 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 | $17.2M | 6.1K t |
| 2023 | $12.8M | 5.3K t |
| 2022 | $18.9M | 6.8K t |
| 2021 | $19.1M | 7.2K t |
| 2020 | $14.1M | 6.8K t |
| 2019 | $12.9M | 5.4K t |
| 2018 | $12.0M | 4.7K t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 701 t |
Where Uganda imports polyethylene film and sheet from
Most of the value came from China (34%), India (19%), Kenya (16%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+469% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.9M | 34% |
| India | $3.2M | 19% |
| Kenya | $2.7M | 16% |
| Poland | $1.5M | 8.6% |
| Belgium | $1.4M | 8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $861K | 5% |
| Egypt | $506K | 3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $282K | 1.6% |
| Indonesia | $198K | 1.2% |
| Greece | $140K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.83 per kg, close to the world average of $2.81.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyethylene film and sheet exports from Uganda
Exports of polyethylene film and sheet by Uganda reached $1.3 million in 2024 (570 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+104% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $658K | 52% |
| South Sudan | $362K | 28% |
| Burundi | $183K | 14% |
| Rwanda | $41K | 3.2% |
| Tanzania | $34K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda polyethylene film and sheet imports (HS 3920.10): 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 3920.10: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polymers of ethylene, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene film and sheet imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported polyethylene film and sheet worth $17.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 98th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene film and sheet to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($5.9 million), followed by India (19%) and Kenya (16%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 469% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.83 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.81 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyethylene film and sheet to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $17.2 million in 2024, an increase of 693%. The peak was 2021 at $19.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.6 million a year.
Does Uganda also export polyethylene film and sheet?
Yes. Uganda exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, South Sudan and Burundi. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $15.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene film and sheet?
The HS code for polyethylene film and sheet is subheading 3920.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
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