Self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $4.7 million of self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). That is 30% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% 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 | $4.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 960 t |
| 2017 | $833K | 264 t |
Where Uganda imports self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 73% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.4M | 73% |
| India | $697K | 15% |
| Kenya | $132K | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $123K | 2.7% |
| Germany | $91K | 2% |
| Belgium | $54K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $38K | 0.8% |
| United States | $34K | 0.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $29K | 0.6% |
| South Africa | $28K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.94 per kg, 72% below the world average of $6.93, 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.
Self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) exports from Uganda
In 2024, Uganda exported self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) worth $625 thousand (196 tonnes). Most of it went to South Sudan (45%), DR Congo (40%), Rwanda (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+126% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Sudan | $281K | 45% |
| DR Congo | $251K | 40% |
| Rwanda | $75K | 12% |
| Burundi | $12K | 2% |
| Tanzania | $5K | 0.7% |
| Canada | $2K | 0.3% |
| Kenya | $1K | 0.2% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
| Mauritania | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) imports (HS 3919.90): 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 3919.90: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip, other flat shapes thereof, self-adhesive, other than in rolls of a width not exceeding 20cm.
Common questions
What is the value of self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 113th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by India (15%) and Kenya (3%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 533% on the year.
What is the average import price of self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.94 per kg in 2024, 72% below the world average of $6.93 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $833 thousand in 2017 to $4.7 million in 2024, an increase of 459%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
Does Uganda also export self-adhesive plastic film (wide format)?
Yes. Uganda exported $625 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Sudan, the DR Congo and Rwanda. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for self-adhesive plastic film (wide format)?
The HS code for self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) is subheading 3919.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3919 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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