Antimalarial medicines (packaged) imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $12.0 million of antimalarial medicines (packaged) in 2024 (263 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 8% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $12.0M | 263 t |
| 2023 | $11.1M | 405 t |
| 2022 | $11.9M | 195 t |
| 2021 | $12.1M | 207 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 191 t |
| 2019 | $10.5M | 122 t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 140 t |
| 2017 | $11.2M | 259 t |
Where Uganda imports antimalarial medicines (packaged) from
China alone supplied 77% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+889% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.2M | 77% |
| India | $2.4M | 20% |
| Switzerland | $160K | 1.3% |
| Turkey | $110K | 0.9% |
| France | $95K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $45.47 per kg, 77% above the world average of $25.73. 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.
Antimalarial medicines (packaged) exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $1.1 million of antimalarial medicines (packaged) in 2024 (32 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Niger accounted for 95% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Niger grew fastest (+210% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $1.1M | 96% |
| Zimbabwe | $52K | 4.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda antimalarial medicines (packaged) imports (HS 3004.60): 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 3004.60: Medicaments: containing antimalarial active principles described in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of antimalarial medicines (packaged) imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported antimalarial medicines (packaged) worth $12.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 263 tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 174 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply antimalarial medicines (packaged) to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 77% of the value ($9.2 million), followed by India (20%) and Switzerland (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 889% on the year.
What is the average import price of antimalarial medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $45.47 per kg in 2024, 77% above the world average of $25.73 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of antimalarial medicines (packaged) to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.2 million in 2017 to $12.0 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. The peak was 2021 at $12.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.2 million a year.
Does Uganda also export antimalarial medicines (packaged)?
Yes. Uganda exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Niger and Zimbabwe. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $10.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for antimalarial medicines (packaged)?
The HS code for antimalarial medicines (packaged) is subheading 3004.60. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3004 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Uganda reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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