Razor blades imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $3.1 million of razor blades in 2024 (476 tonnes). That is 69% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 38% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $10.1 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 | $3.1M | 476 t |
| 2023 | $10.1M | 343 t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 354 t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 320 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 262 t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 253 t |
| 2018 | $1.8M | 236 t |
| 2017 | $335K | 31 t |
Where Uganda imports razor blades from
The largest suppliers were China (26%), Kenya (25%), India (23%). Among the main suppliers, Kenya grew fastest (+174% on the year before).
Product types under HS 8212
| 8212.20 | Razor blade cartridges | 53% |
| 8212.10 | Safety razors | 47% |
| 8212.90 | Razor parts | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8212.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.59 per kg, 68% below the world average of $20.40, 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.
Razor blades exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $492 thousand of razor blades in 2024 (40 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 97% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $479K | 98% |
| South Sudan | $11K | 2.2% |
| China | $2K | 0.3% |
| Singapore | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda razor blades imports (HS 8212): 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 8212: Razors and razor blades; (including razor blade blanks in strips).
Common questions
What is the value of razor blades imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported razor blades worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 476 tonnes. That ranks it 110th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 69% on 2023.
Which countries supply razor blades to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($800 thousand), followed by Kenya (25%) and India (23%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 174% on the year.
What is the average import price of razor blades per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.59 per kg in 2024, 68% below the world average of $20.40 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of razor blades to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $335 thousand in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 835%. The peak was 2023 at $10.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does Uganda also export razor blades?
Yes. Uganda exported $492 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, South Sudan and China. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for razor blades?
The HS code for razor blades is heading 8212. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 8212.20 (53% of the value) and 8212.10 (47%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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