PVC-coated fabric imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported pvc-coated fabric worth $5.0 million (4.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 15% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% 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 | $5.0M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 4.0K t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 296 t |
Where Uganda imports pvc-coated fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 93% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.7M | 93% |
| Kenya | $184K | 3.7% |
| India | $95K | 1.9% |
| South Africa | $53K | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $6K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.25 per kg, 69% below the world average of $4.08, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda pvc-coated fabric imports (HS 5903.10): 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 5903.10: Textile fabrics: impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with poly(vinyl chloride).
Common questions
What is the value of pvc-coated fabric imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported pvc-coated fabric worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 84th of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply pvc-coated fabric to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 93% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by Kenya (4%) and India (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 939% on the year.
What is the average import price of pvc-coated fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.25 per kg in 2024, 69% below the world average of $4.08 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pvc-coated fabric to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $5.0 million in 2024, an increase of 367%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for pvc-coated fabric?
The HS code for pvc-coated fabric is subheading 5903.10. It sits in HS chapter 59 (textile fabrics; impregnated, coated, covered or laminated; textile articles of a kind suitable for industrial use). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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