Price for Pulps of Other Fibrous Cellulosic Material in Uganda - 2022

Price for Pulps of Other Fibrous Cellulosic Material in Uganda (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average import price for pulps of other fibrous cellulosic materials amounted to $1,737 per ton, with a decrease of -24.4% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a abrupt decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the average import price increased by 52% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $3,317 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($2,481 per ton), while the price for Rwanda ($118 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+8.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Price for Pulps of Other Fibrous Cellulosic Material in Uganda (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average export price for pulps of other fibrous cellulosic materials amounted to $1,700 per ton, declining by -1.5% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average export price increased by 39% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $1,990 per ton. From 2018 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Rwanda.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Rwanda amounted to -4.1% per year.

Imports of Pulps of Other Fibrous Cellulosic Material in Uganda

For the fourth consecutive year, Uganda recorded growth in supplies from abroad of pulps of other fibrous cellulosic materials, which increased by 91% to 26 tons in 2022. In general, imports saw significant growth. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, imports of pulps of other fibrous cellulosic materials skyrocketed to $45K in 2022. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 44%. Over the period under review, imports of attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Import of Pulps of Other Fibrous Cellulosic Material in Uganda (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
United Kingdom	11.9	15.8	20.5	31.3	38.0%
China	1.3	5.3	10.0	12.8	114.3%
Rwanda	0.1	0.2	0.2	0.3	44.2%
Others	1.5	0.1	0.2	0.2	-48.9%
Total	14.8	21.4	30.9	44.6	44.4%

Top Suppliers of Pulps of Other Fibrous Cellulosic Material to Uganda in 2022:

United Kingdom (12.6 tons)
China (10.1 tons)
Rwanda (2.9 tons)

Exports of Pulps of Other Fibrous Cellulosic Material in Uganda

In 2022, the amount of pulps of other fibrous cellulosic materials exported from Uganda shrank to 14 tons, which is down by -7.6% on the previous year. In general, exports showed a abrupt decrease. The smallest decline of -7.6% was in 2020.

In value terms, exports of pulps of other fibrous cellulosic materials dropped to $23K in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a deep slump. The smallest decline of -9% was in 2020.