Printed paper labels exports from Uganda: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of printed paper labels by Uganda reached $5.9 million in 2024 (914 tonnes). Value rose 19% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.9M | 914 t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 517 t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 815 t |
| 2021 | $4.2M | 626 t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 665 t |
| 2019 | $5.1M | 621 t |
| 2018 | $5.5M | 662 t |
| 2017 | $3.4M | 292 t |
Where Uganda exports printed paper labels to
One buyer market dominates: Tanzania accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+711% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $4.1M | 70% |
| Rwanda | $718K | 12% |
| Burundi | $586K | 10% |
| DR Congo | $354K | 6% |
| Kenya | $78K | 1.3% |
| Austria | $3K | 0.1% |
| Mozambique | $0K | 0% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
| Czech Republic | $0K | 0% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.43 per kg, close to the world average of $6.52.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Printed paper labels imports to Uganda
In 2024, Uganda imported printed paper labels worth $2.2 million (506 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Kenya accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $1.4M | 63% |
| China | $531K | 24% |
| United Arab Emirates | $189K | 8.4% |
| India | $45K | 2% |
| Japan | $29K | 1.3% |
| United States | $13K | 0.6% |
| South Africa | $7K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $5K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $4K | 0.2% |
| Hong Kong | $3K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda printed paper labels exports (HS 4821.10): 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 4821.10: Paper and paperboard: labels or all kinds, printed.
Common questions
What is the value of printed paper labels exported by Uganda?
Uganda exported printed paper labels worth $5.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 914 tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 192 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy printed paper labels from Uganda?
Tanzania was the largest buyer with 70% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by Rwanda (12%) and Burundi (10%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 12 buyer countries in total. Rwanda grew fastest among the top ten, up 711% on the year.
What is the average export price of printed paper labels per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.43 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $6.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of printed paper labels from Uganda changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.4 million in 2017 to $5.9 million in 2024, an increase of 72%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.6 million a year.
Does Uganda also import printed paper labels?
Yes. Uganda imported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Kenya, China and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Uganda is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed paper labels?
The HS code for printed paper labels is subheading 4821.10. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4821 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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