Aluminium alloy hollow profiles exports from Uganda: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Uganda exported aluminium alloy hollow profiles worth $5.0 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 67% on 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 34% 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 | $5.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 894 t |
| 2022 | $1.0M | 260 t |
| 2021 | $435K | 132 t |
| 2020 | $278K | 90 t |
| 2019 | $557K | 139 t |
| 2018 | $874K | 184 t |
Where Uganda exports aluminium alloy hollow profiles to
One buyer market dominates: Kenya accounted for 94% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+90% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $4.7M | 94% |
| Rwanda | $260K | 5.2% |
| Burundi | $21K | 0.4% |
| South Sudan | $5K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.13 per kg, 35% below the world average of $4.85, 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.
Aluminium alloy hollow profiles imports to Uganda
Uganda imported $615 thousand of aluminium alloy hollow profiles in 2024 (150 tonnes). Most of the value came from China (49%), India (45%), Turkey (4%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+164% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $299K | 49% |
| India | $276K | 45% |
| Turkey | $22K | 3.6% |
| Austria | $9K | 1.5% |
| Kenya | $8K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $1K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda aluminium alloy hollow profiles exports (HS 7604.21): 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 7604.21: Aluminium: alloys, hollow profiles.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium alloy hollow profiles exported by Uganda?
Uganda exported aluminium alloy hollow profiles worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 123 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 67% on 2023.
Which countries buy aluminium alloy hollow profiles from Uganda?
Kenya was the largest buyer with 94% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by Rwanda (5%) and Burundi (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 buyer countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 90% on the year.
What is the average export price of aluminium alloy hollow profiles per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.13 per kg in 2024, 35% below the world average of $4.85 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of aluminium alloy hollow profiles from Uganda changed since 2017?
Exports went from $874 thousand in 2018 to $5.0 million in 2024, an increase of 471%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 7 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
Does Uganda also import aluminium alloy hollow profiles?
Yes. Uganda imported $615 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, India and Turkey. On balance Uganda is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium alloy hollow profiles?
The HS code for aluminium alloy hollow profiles is subheading 7604.21. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7604 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Uganda. Tell us your product to see it live.
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