Eggs in shell imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of eggs in shell by Uganda reached $11.6 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). That is 203% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 68% 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 | $11.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 801 t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 364 t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 599 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 550 t |
| 2019 | $387K | 73 t |
| 2018 | $542K | 83 t |
| 2017 | $309K | 98 t |
Where Uganda imports eggs in shell from
Most of the value came from Zambia (44%), Egypt (18%), Kenya (12%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+843% on the year before).
Product types under HS 0407
| 0407.11 | Fertile hatching eggs | 88% |
| 0407.19 | Fertile poultry eggs | 6.2% |
| 0407.90 | Preserved eggs | 6.1% |
| 0407.29 | Fresh poultry eggs | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0407.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.64 per kg, 151% above the world average of $2.25. 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.
Eggs in shell exports from Uganda
In 2024, Uganda exported eggs in shell worth $2.5 million (2.4 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+126% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda eggs in shell imports (HS 0407): 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 0407: Birds' eggs, in shell; fresh, preserved or cooked.
Common questions
What is the value of eggs in shell imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported eggs in shell worth $11.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 203% on 2023.
Which countries supply eggs in shell to Uganda?
Zambia was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by Egypt (18%) and Kenya (12%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 843% on the year.
What is the average import price of eggs in shell per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.64 per kg in 2024, 151% above the world average of $2.25 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of eggs in shell to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $309 thousand in 2017 to $11.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
Does Uganda also export eggs in shell?
Yes. Uganda exported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, South Sudan and Kenya. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $9.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for eggs in shell?
The HS code for eggs in shell is heading 0407. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 0407.11 (88% of the value) and 0407.19 (6%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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