Fertile hatching eggs imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $10.2 million of fertile hatching eggs in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 283% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 67% 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 | $10.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 563 t |
| 2022 | $1.6M | 268 t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 457 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 387 t |
| 2019 | $285K | 54 t |
| 2018 | $524K | 74 t |
| 2017 | $283K | 87 t |
Where Uganda imports fertile hatching eggs from
The largest suppliers were Zambia (44%), Egypt (21%), Kenya (13%). Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.82 per kg, close to the world average of $5.81.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fertile hatching eggs exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $266 thousand of fertile hatching eggs in 2024 (286 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Sudan accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+244% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Sudan | $169K | 64% |
| DR Congo | $59K | 22% |
| Kenya | $30K | 11% |
| Burundi | $4K | 1.6% |
| Rwanda | $3K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda fertile hatching eggs imports (HS 0407.11): 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 0407.11: Birds' eggs, in shell: fresh, fertilised eggs for incubation, of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens).
Common questions
What is the value of fertile hatching eggs imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported fertile hatching eggs worth $10.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 190 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 283% on 2023.
Which countries supply fertile hatching eggs to Uganda?
Zambia was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by Egypt (21%) and Kenya (13%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 843% on the year.
What is the average import price of fertile hatching eggs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.82 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $5.81 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fertile hatching eggs to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $283 thousand in 2017 to $10.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
Does Uganda also export fertile hatching eggs?
Yes. Uganda exported $266 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Sudan, the DR Congo and Kenya. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $9.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for fertile hatching eggs?
The HS code for fertile hatching eggs is subheading 0407.11. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0407 page.
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