Titanium dioxide pigments (standard) imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of titanium dioxide pigments (standard) by Uganda reached $3.8 million in 2024 (4.4 thousand tonnes). That is 16% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $3.8M | 4.4K t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $3.4M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 3.1K t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 3.1K t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 1.9K t |
Where Uganda imports titanium dioxide pigments (standard) from
The largest suppliers were India (47%), Vietnam (34%), China (12%). Among the main suppliers, Kenya grew fastest (+181% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.8M | 47% |
| Vietnam | $1.3M | 34% |
| China | $434K | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $145K | 3.9% |
| Kenya | $125K | 3.3% |
| South Africa | $11K | 0.3% |
| Austria | $3K | 0.1% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
| Malaysia | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.86 per kg, 77% below the world average of $3.75, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda titanium dioxide pigments (standard) imports (HS 3206.19): 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 3206.19: Colouring matter: pigments and preparations based on titanium dioxide, containing less than 80% by weight of titanium dioxide calculated on the dry weight.
Common questions
What is the value of titanium dioxide pigments (standard) imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported titanium dioxide pigments (standard) worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 61st of 189 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply titanium dioxide pigments (standard) to Uganda?
India was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Vietnam (34%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 181% on the year.
What is the average import price of titanium dioxide pigments (standard) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.86 per kg in 2024, 77% below the world average of $3.75 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of titanium dioxide pigments (standard) to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, an increase of 88%. The peak was 2018 at $4.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (standard)?
The HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (standard) is subheading 3206.19. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3206 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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