Aluminium alloy rods exports from Uganda: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Uganda exported aluminium alloy rods worth $2.3 million (505 tonnes). That is 13% less than in 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 60% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $8.3 million.
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 | $2.3M | 505 t |
| 2023 | $2.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $8.3M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 829 t |
| 2020 | $952K | 273 t |
| 2019 | $122K | 35 t |
| 2018 | $134K | 27 t |
Where Uganda exports aluminium alloy rods to
One buyer market dominates: Rwanda accounted for 73% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+236% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $1.7M | 73% |
| Kenya | $493K | 22% |
| Tanzania | $100K | 4.4% |
| Burundi | $27K | 1.2% |
| South Sudan | $2K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.55 per kg, close to the world average of $4.90.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Aluminium alloy rods imports to Uganda
In 2024, Uganda imported aluminium alloy rods worth $1.4 million (238 tonnes). Most of the value came from India (33%), United Arab Emirates (23%), China (16%). Among the main suppliers, Kenya grew fastest (+189% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $450K | 33% |
| United Arab Emirates | $321K | 23% |
| China | $217K | 16% |
| Kenya | $212K | 15% |
| Italy | $69K | 5% |
| Finland | $31K | 2.2% |
| Denmark | $28K | 2% |
| Greece | $16K | 1.2% |
| Vietnam | $11K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $9K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda aluminium alloy rods exports (HS 7604.29): 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 7604.29: Aluminium: alloys, bars, rods and profiles, other than hollow.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium alloy rods exported by Uganda?
Uganda exported aluminium alloy rods worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 505 tonnes. That ranks it 74th of 158 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries buy aluminium alloy rods from Uganda?
Rwanda was the largest buyer with 73% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Kenya (21%) and Tanzania (4%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 6 buyer countries in total. Rwanda grew fastest among the top ten, up 236% on the year.
What is the average export price of aluminium alloy rods per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.55 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $4.90 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of aluminium alloy rods from Uganda changed since 2017?
Exports went from $134 thousand in 2018 to $2.3 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $8.3 million. Over 7 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does Uganda also import aluminium alloy rods?
Yes. Uganda imported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, the United Arab Emirates and China. On balance Uganda is a net exporter of this product, by about $910 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium alloy rods?
The HS code for aluminium alloy rods is subheading 7604.29. 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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