Diagnostic reagent imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of diagnostic reagent by Uganda reached $53.0 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 11% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $92.6 million.
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 | $53.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $59.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $40.8M | 819 t |
| 2021 | $92.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $59.5M | 782 t |
| 2019 | $44.0M | 608 t |
| 2018 | $39.9M | 548 t |
| 2017 | $22.8M | 305 t |
Where Uganda imports diagnostic reagent from
The largest suppliers were Germany (21%), Sweden (17%), Japan (13%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+199% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $11.1M | 21% |
| Sweden | $8.9M | 17% |
| Japan | $6.7M | 13% |
| United States | $5.5M | 10% |
| China | $4.6M | 8.8% |
| South Korea | $3.5M | 6.7% |
| United Kingdom | $2.7M | 5.1% |
| India | $2.0M | 3.8% |
| Netherlands | $1.4M | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $1.1M | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $43.47 per kg, 49% below the world average of $85.91, 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.
Diagnostic reagent exports from Uganda
Exports of diagnostic reagent by Uganda reached $634 thousand in 2024 (7 tonnes). Central African Republic alone took 51% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+615% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind Uganda diagnostic reagent imports (HS 3822): 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 3822: Reagents; diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, whether or not put up in the form of kits, other than those of heading 30.06; certified reference materials.
Common questions
What is the value of diagnostic reagent imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported diagnostic reagent worth $53.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 74th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply diagnostic reagent to Uganda?
Germany was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($11.1 million), followed by Sweden (17%) and Japan (13%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 199% on the year.
What is the average import price of diagnostic reagent per kg?
The average declared import value was about $43.47 per kg in 2024, 49% below the world average of $85.91 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of diagnostic reagent to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $22.8 million in 2017 to $53.0 million in 2024, an increase of 133%. The peak was 2021 at $92.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $51.5 million a year.
Does Uganda also export diagnostic reagent?
Yes. Uganda exported $634 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Central African Republic, Tanzania and the United States. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $52.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for diagnostic reagent?
The HS code for diagnostic reagent is heading 3822. In Uganda all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3822.00. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3822 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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