Aluminium wire imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported aluminium wire worth $4.9 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). That is 52% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 47% a year on average.
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 | $4.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 987 t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 706 t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 583 t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 785 t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $327K | 72 t |
Where Uganda imports aluminium wire from
The largest suppliers were United Arab Emirates (36%), India (34%), Oman (22%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+398% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.8M | 36% |
| India | $1.7M | 34% |
| Oman | $1.1M | 22% |
| China | $255K | 5.2% |
| South Korea | $86K | 1.8% |
| South Africa | $44K | 0.9% |
| Philippines | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 7605
| 7605.11 | Aluminium wire thick | 75% |
| 7605.21 | Aluminium alloy wire thick | 20% |
| 7605.29 | Aluminium alloy wire fine | 3.1% |
| 7605.19 | Aluminium wire fine | 1.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7605.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.35 per kg, close to the world average of $3.22.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Uganda aluminium wire imports (HS 7605): 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 7605: Aluminium wire.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium wire imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported aluminium wire worth $4.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 186 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 52% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium wire to Uganda?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by India (34%) and Oman (22%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 398% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium wire per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.35 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.22 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aluminium wire to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $327 thousand in 2017 to $4.9 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium wire?
The HS code for aluminium wire is heading 7605. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 7605.11 (75% of the value) and 7605.21 (20%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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