Fresh legumes exports from Rwanda: data, top buyers and prices
Rwanda exported $7.0 million of fresh legumes in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). That is 63% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 941 t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 794 t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 651 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 550 t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 454 t |
Where Rwanda exports fresh legumes to
United Kingdom alone took 56% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+113% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $3.9M | 56% |
| France | $2.3M | 33% |
| Netherlands | $520K | 7.5% |
| Tanzania | $172K | 2.5% |
| Belgium | $39K | 0.6% |
| Norway | $16K | 0.2% |
| Switzerland | $16K | 0.2% |
| Czech Republic | $6K | 0.1% |
| Iceland | $3K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $3K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 0708
| 0708.20 | Fresh green beans | 100% |
| 0708.10 | Fresh peas | 0.5% |
| 0708.90 | Fresh pulses (other) | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0708.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.96 per kg, 64% above the world average of $1.80. 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.
Fresh legumes imports to Rwanda
Rwanda imported $1.6 million of fresh legumes in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Uganda accounted for 99% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $1.6M | 99% |
| Kenya | $10K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Rwanda?
The shipment records behind Rwanda fresh legumes exports (HS 0708): 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 0708: Leguminous vegetables; shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh legumes exported by Rwanda?
Rwanda exported fresh legumes worth $7.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 161 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 63% on 2023.
Which countries buy fresh legumes from Rwanda?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 56% of the value ($3.9 million), followed by France (33%) and the Netherlands (7%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 14 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 709% on the year.
What is the average export price of fresh legumes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.96 per kg in 2024, 64% above the world average of $1.80 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of fresh legumes from Rwanda changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $7.0 million in 2024, an increase of 328%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.8 million a year.
Does Rwanda also import fresh legumes?
Yes. Rwanda imported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Uganda, Kenya and the United Kingdom. On balance Rwanda is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh legumes?
The HS code for fresh legumes is heading 0708. In Rwanda the largest six-digit codes were 0708.20 (100% of the value) and 0708.10 (0%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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