Uncoated printing paper imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported uncoated printing paper worth $53.1 million (47.7 thousand tonnes). That is 12% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $53.1M | 47.7K t |
| 2023 | $47.3M | 53.1K t |
| 2022 | $53.8M | 45.0K t |
| 2021 | $25.5M | 26.8K t |
| 2020 | $23.3M | 25.6K t |
| 2019 | $44.2M | 43.4K t |
| 2018 | $43.6M | 40.0K t |
| 2017 | $16.0M | 20.9K t |
Where Uganda imports uncoated printing paper from
Most of the value came from India (43%), China (26%), Indonesia (14%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+57% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $22.8M | 43% |
| China | $13.6M | 26% |
| Indonesia | $7.2M | 14% |
| South Africa | $5.0M | 9.4% |
| Thailand | $1.8M | 3.3% |
| Egypt | $782K | 1.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $489K | 0.9% |
| Singapore | $416K | 0.8% |
| Norway | $293K | 0.6% |
| Russia | $257K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 4802
| 4802.55 | Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (rolls) | 63% |
| 4802.57 | Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (large sheets) | 18% |
| 4802.56 | Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (small sheets) | 14% |
| 4802.58 | Heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2) | 3% |
| 4802.61 | Mechanical pulp printing paper (rolls) | 1.3% |
| 4802.20 | Photographic base paper | 0.2% |
| 4802.69 | Mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) | 0.1% |
| 4802.10 | Handmade paper | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4802.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.11 per kg, close to the world average of $1.06.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Uncoated printing paper exports from Uganda
Exports of uncoated printing paper by Uganda reached $2.5 million in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 56% of the value.
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda uncoated printing paper imports (HS 4802): 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 4802: Uncoated paper and paperboard, used for writing, printing or other graphics, non perforated punch-cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular sheets, of any size, other than paper of heading 4801 or 4803; hand-made paper and paperboard.
Common questions
What is the value of uncoated printing paper imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported uncoated printing paper worth $53.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 47.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply uncoated printing paper to Uganda?
India was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($22.8 million), followed by China (26%) and Indonesia (14%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 605% on the year.
What is the average import price of uncoated printing paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.11 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.06 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of uncoated printing paper to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.0 million in 2017 to $53.1 million in 2024, an increase of 232%. The peak was 2022 at $53.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $38.4 million a year.
Does Uganda also export uncoated printing paper?
Yes. Uganda exported $2.5 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 $50.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for uncoated printing paper?
The HS code for uncoated printing paper is heading 4802. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 4802.55 (63% of the value) and 4802.57 (18%).
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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