Animal feed imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of animal feed by Uganda reached $129.2 million in 2024 (190.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 26% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 53% 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 | $129.2M | 190.0K t |
| 2023 | $102.5M | 129.6K t |
| 2022 | $104.2M | 129.1K t |
| 2021 | $97.0M | 145.3K t |
| 2020 | $47.7M | 85.6K t |
| 2019 | $29.6M | 61.9K t |
| 2018 | $21.0M | 41.5K t |
| 2017 | $6.6M | 8.3K t |
Where Uganda imports animal feed from
The largest suppliers were Netherlands (43%), Belgium (17%), Kenya (10%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+613% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $55.4M | 43% |
| Belgium | $22.6M | 18% |
| Kenya | $13.1M | 10% |
| Vietnam | $11.0M | 8.5% |
| Zambia | $6.2M | 4.8% |
| Tanzania | $4.1M | 3.2% |
| Egypt | $3.5M | 2.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3.2M | 2.5% |
| South Africa | $3.0M | 2.3% |
| China | $1.7M | 1.3% |
Product types under HS 2309
| 2309.90 | Bulk pet food | 99% |
| 2309.10 | Pet food | 0.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2309.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.68 per kg, 55% below the world average of $1.52, 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.
Animal feed exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $787 thousand of animal feed in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Kenya (45%), Rwanda (37%), Tanzania (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+657% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda animal feed imports (HS 2309): 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 2309: Preparations of a kind used in animal feeding.
Common questions
What is the value of animal feed imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported animal feed worth $129.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 190.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 62nd of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply animal feed to Uganda?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($55.4 million), followed by Belgium (17%) and Kenya (10%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 613% on the year.
What is the average import price of animal feed per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.68 per kg in 2024, 55% below the world average of $1.52 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of animal feed to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.6 million in 2017 to $129.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $67.2 million a year.
Does Uganda also export animal feed?
Yes. Uganda exported $787 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, Rwanda and Tanzania. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $128.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for animal feed?
The HS code for animal feed is heading 2309. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 2309.90 (99% of the value) and 2309.10 (1%).
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