Food preparations imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported food preparations worth $20.9 million (5.3 thousand tonnes). That is 4% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $20.9M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $21.7M | 5.8K t |
| 2022 | $20.1M | 5.9K t |
| 2021 | $17.5M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $17.4M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $16.1M | 4.2K t |
| 2018 | $13.1M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $6.4M | 1.6K t |
Where Uganda imports food preparations from
Most of the value came from Germany (34%), Kenya (17%), South Africa (5%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+161% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $7.1M | 34% |
| Kenya | $3.6M | 17% |
| South Africa | $1.1M | 5.3% |
| Portugal | $861K | 4.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $839K | 4% |
| Australia | $751K | 3.6% |
| China | $725K | 3.5% |
| Turkey | $713K | 3.4% |
| India | $685K | 3.3% |
| Eswatini | $660K | 3.2% |
Product types under HS 2106
| 2106.90 | Food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10 | 99% |
| 2106.10 | Protein concentrate | 0.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2106.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.93 per kg, 35% below the world average of $6.09, 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.
Food preparations exports from Uganda
In 2024, Uganda exported food preparations worth $2.4 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). South Sudan alone took 60% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+291% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Sudan | $1.4M | 60% |
| DR Congo | $662K | 28% |
| Rwanda | $208K | 8.6% |
| United States | $42K | 1.8% |
| Kenya | $25K | 1.1% |
| Burundi | $21K | 0.9% |
| Tanzania | $3K | 0.1% |
| Zambia | $3K | 0.1% |
| Barbados | $1K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda food preparations imports (HS 2106): 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 2106: Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included.
Common questions
What is the value of food preparations imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported food preparations worth $20.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 150th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply food preparations to Uganda?
Germany was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by Kenya (17%) and South Africa (5%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 68 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 161% on the year.
What is the average import price of food preparations per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.93 per kg in 2024, 35% below the world average of $6.09 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of food preparations to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.4 million in 2017 to $20.9 million in 2024, an increase of 228%. The peak was 2023 at $21.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.6 million a year.
Does Uganda also export food preparations?
Yes. Uganda exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Sudan, the DR Congo and Rwanda. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $18.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for food preparations?
The HS code for food preparations is heading 2106. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 2106.90 (99% of the value) and 2106.10 (1%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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