Tarpaulins and tents imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $8.8 million of tarpaulins and tents in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). That is 31% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $8.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $6.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $5.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $3.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $4.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $5.3M | 1.0K t |
Where Uganda imports tarpaulins and tents from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Kenya grew fastest (+95% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.1M | 69% |
| Kenya | $1.8M | 20% |
| Pakistan | $328K | 3.8% |
| Turkey | $183K | 2.1% |
| India | $164K | 1.9% |
| France | $123K | 1.4% |
| South Africa | $25K | 0.3% |
| South Sudan | $23K | 0.3% |
| United States | $12K | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | $9K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 6306
| 6306.19 | Tarpaulins (other) | 39% |
| 6306.29 | Tents (other) | 23% |
| 6306.22 | Synthetic fibre tents | 23% |
| 6306.12 | Synthetic tarpaulins | 7.6% |
| 6306.90 | Camping goods (textiles) | 7.2% |
| 6306.40 | Pneumatic mattresses | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6306.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.34 per kg, 45% below the world average of $6.10, 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.
Tarpaulins and tents exports from Uganda
Exports of tarpaulins and tents by Uganda reached $1.1 million in 2024 (599 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were DR Congo (31%), Kenya (30%), South Sudan (25%). Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda tarpaulins and tents imports (HS 6306): 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 6306: Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds; tents (including temporary canopies and similar articles); sails for boats, sailboards or landcraft; camping goods.
Common questions
What is the value of tarpaulins and tents imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported tarpaulins and tents worth $8.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply tarpaulins and tents to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($6.1 million), followed by Kenya (20%) and Pakistan (4%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. South Sudan grew fastest among the top ten, up 544% on the year.
What is the average import price of tarpaulins and tents per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.34 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $6.10 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of tarpaulins and tents to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.3 million in 2017 to $8.8 million in 2024, an increase of 65%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does Uganda also export tarpaulins and tents?
Yes. Uganda exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Kenya and South Sudan. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $7.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for tarpaulins and tents?
The HS code for tarpaulins and tents is heading 6306. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 6306.19 (39% of the value) and 6306.29 (23%).
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