Synthetic staple fibre imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported synthetic staple fibre worth $2.2 million (2.1 thousand tonnes). That is 58% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 39% 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 | $2.2M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $1.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 881 t |
| 2021 | $987K | 808 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 998 t |
| 2017 | $229K | 182 t |
Where Uganda imports synthetic staple fibre from
China alone supplied 64% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+93% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.4M | 64% |
| Indonesia | $358K | 16% |
| India | $322K | 14% |
| Kenya | $53K | 2.4% |
| Thailand | $44K | 2% |
| Turkey | $25K | 1.1% |
| Japan | $5K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $2K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 5503
| 5503.20 | Polyester staple fiber | 98% |
| 5503.40 | Polypropylene staple fiber | 1.4% |
| 5503.30 | Acrylic staple fiber | 0.3% |
| 5503.90 | Synthetic staple fiber (other) | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5503.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.08 per kg, 28% below the world average of $1.51, 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.
Synthetic staple fibre exports from Uganda
Exports of synthetic staple fibre by Uganda reached $396 thousand in 2024 (94 tonnes). Burundi alone took 74% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+271% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda synthetic staple fibre imports (HS 5503): 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 5503: Synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic staple fibre imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported synthetic staple fibre worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 100th of 200 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 58% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic staple fibre to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Indonesia (16%) and India (14%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 673% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic staple fibre per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.08 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $1.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic staple fibre to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $228 thousand in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, an increase of 885%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
Does Uganda also export synthetic staple fibre?
Yes. Uganda exported $396 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burundi, Kenya and Tanzania. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic staple fibre?
The HS code for synthetic staple fibre is heading 5503. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 5503.20 (98% of the value) and 5503.40 (1%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX has a direct customs feed for Uganda, so the importers and exporters behind these totals are visible by name, shipment by shipment. Ask for a live look at your product.
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