Polypropylene packing sacks imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported polypropylene packing sacks worth $5.7 million (2.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 18% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 37% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $8.8 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 | $5.7M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $4.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $5.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $7.7M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $8.8M | 3.8K t |
| 2018 | $4.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $630K | 273 t |
Where Uganda imports polypropylene packing sacks from
Kenya alone supplied 83% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+41% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $4.7M | 83% |
| China | $690K | 12% |
| Tanzania | $186K | 3.3% |
| Turkey | $43K | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $18K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $13K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $8K | 0.1% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
| Poland | $0K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.24 per kg, close to the world average of $2.42.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polypropylene packing sacks exports from Uganda
Exports of polypropylene packing sacks by Uganda reached $4.7 million in 2024 (2.8 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to DR Congo (34%), Burundi (29%), South Sudan (18%). Among the main buyer markets, South Sudan grew fastest (+385% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda polypropylene packing sacks imports (HS 6305.33): 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 6305.33: Sacks and bags: of a kind used for the packing of goods, of man-made textile materials, of polyethylene or polypropylene strip or the like, not flexible intermediate bulk containers.
Common questions
What is the value of polypropylene packing sacks imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported polypropylene packing sacks worth $5.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 208 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply polypropylene packing sacks to Uganda?
Kenya was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by China (12%) and Tanzania (3%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 41% on the year.
What is the average import price of polypropylene packing sacks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.24 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $2.42 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polypropylene packing sacks to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $630 thousand in 2017 to $5.7 million in 2024, an increase of 801%. The peak was 2019 at $8.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
Does Uganda also export polypropylene packing sacks?
Yes. Uganda exported $4.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Burundi and South Sudan. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $987 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for polypropylene packing sacks?
The HS code for polypropylene packing sacks is subheading 6305.33. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6305 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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