Vitrifiable enamels and glazes imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of vitrifiable enamels and glazes by Uganda reached $4.6 million in 2024 (3.6 thousand tonnes). That is 48% less than in 2023. Across 2018-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $17.2 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 | $4.6M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $8.9M | 4.5K t |
| 2022 | $17.2M | 4.7K t |
| 2021 | $5.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.7M | 6.4K t |
| 2019 | $3.7M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 4.8K t |
Where Uganda imports vitrifiable enamels and glazes from
China alone supplied 99% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.5M | 99% |
| India | $50K | 1.1% |
| Austria | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.29 per kg, 30% above the world average of $0.99. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 vitrifiable enamels and glazes imports (HS 3207.20): 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 3207.20: Enamels and glazes: vitrifiable enamels and glazes, engobes (slips) and similar preparations.
Common questions
What is the value of vitrifiable enamels and glazes imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported vitrifiable enamels and glazes worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 169 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 48% on 2023.
Which countries supply vitrifiable enamels and glazes to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by India (1%) and Austria (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 162% on the year.
What is the average import price of vitrifiable enamels and glazes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.29 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $0.99 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of vitrifiable enamels and glazes to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.5 million in 2018 to $4.6 million in 2024, an increase of 32%. The peak was 2022 at $17.2 million. Over 7 years the average was $6.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for vitrifiable enamels and glazes?
The HS code for vitrifiable enamels and glazes is subheading 3207.20. 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 3207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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