Baking powder imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported baking powder worth $5.7 million (3.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 219 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 115% 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 | $5.7M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 3.4K t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $3.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $27K | 14 t |
Where Uganda imports baking powder from
Kenya alone supplied 100% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $5.7M | 100% |
| India | $5K | 0.1% |
| China | $5K | 0.1% |
| Egypt | $4K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4K | 0.1% |
| DR Congo | $1K | 0% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0% |
| Tanzania | $1K | 0% |
| Italy | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.56 per kg, 39% below the world average of $2.57, 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.
Baking powder exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $577 thousand of baking powder in 2024 (357 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 57% of it. Among the main buyer markets, South Sudan grew fastest (+344% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind Uganda baking powder imports (HS 2102.30): 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 2102.30: Baking powders: prepared.
Common questions
What is the value of baking powder imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported baking powder worth $5.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 219 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply baking powder to Uganda?
Kenya was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($5.7 million), followed by India (0%) and China (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 619% on the year.
What is the average import price of baking powder per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.56 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $2.57 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of baking powder to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $27 thousand in 2017 to $5.7 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $5.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
Does Uganda also export baking powder?
Yes. Uganda exported $577 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, South Sudan and Burundi. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for baking powder?
The HS code for baking powder is subheading 2102.30. It sits in HS chapter 21 (miscellaneous edible preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2102 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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