Live chicken chicks imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of live chicken chicks by Uganda reached $9.0 million in 2024 (361 tonnes). That is 20% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $11.3 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 | $9.0M | 361 t |
| 2023 | $11.3M | 711 t |
| 2022 | $4.5M | 191 t |
| 2021 | $7.6M | 340 t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 105 t |
| 2019 | $4.5M | 123 t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 155 t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 61 t |
Where Uganda imports live chicken chicks from
The largest suppliers were Belgium (19%), Kenya (18%), Nigeria (18%). Among the main suppliers, Hungary grew fastest (+637% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.89 per kg, close to the world average of $29.59.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Live chicken chicks exports from Uganda
In 2024, Uganda exported live chicken chicks worth $3.8 million (2.4 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Kenya accounted for 87% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $3.3M | 87% |
| DR Congo | $233K | 6.1% |
| Rwanda | $110K | 2.9% |
| Tanzania | $75K | 2% |
| South Sudan | $44K | 1.2% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $13K | 0.4% |
| Burundi | $3K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda live chicken chicks imports (HS 0105.11): 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 0105.11: Poultry: live, fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, weighing not more than 185g.
Common questions
What is the value of live chicken chicks imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported live chicken chicks worth $9.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 361 tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 195 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply live chicken chicks to Uganda?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 19% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Kenya (18%) and Nigeria (18%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Hungary grew fastest among the top ten, up 637% on the year.
What is the average import price of live chicken chicks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $24.89 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $29.59 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of live chicken chicks to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $9.0 million in 2024, an increase of 299%. The peak was 2023 at $11.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.1 million a year.
Does Uganda also export live chicken chicks?
Yes. Uganda exported $3.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, the DR Congo and Rwanda. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $5.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for live chicken chicks?
The HS code for live chicken chicks is subheading 0105.11. It sits in HS chapter 01 (animals; live). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0105 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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