Specialty coated paper (other types) imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $7.0 million of specialty coated paper (other types) in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.6 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 | $7.0M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $6.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $9.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $7.4M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $3.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 1.2K t |
Where Uganda imports specialty coated paper (other types) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.7M | 53% |
| Spain | $956K | 14% |
| Italy | $943K | 14% |
| South Korea | $538K | 7.7% |
| India | $354K | 5.1% |
| Germany | $341K | 4.9% |
| Slovenia | $126K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $34K | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $17K | 0.2% |
| Kenya | $9K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.37 per kg, close to the world average of $2.41.
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 specialty coated paper (other types) imports (HS 4811.90): 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 4811.90: Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of soft cellulose fibres: coated, impregnated, covered, surface-decorated or surface-coloured, n.e.c. in heading no. 4811, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of specialty coated paper (other types) imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported specialty coated paper (other types) worth $7.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 77th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialty coated paper (other types) to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by Spain (14%) and Italy (13%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 43% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialty coated paper (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.37 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.41 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of specialty coated paper (other types) to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $7.0 million in 2024, an increase of 180%. The peak was 2022 at $9.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialty coated paper (other types)?
The HS code for specialty coated paper (other types) is subheading 4811.90. 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 4811 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Uganda. Tell us your product to see it live.
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