Mineral substances exports from Uganda: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Uganda exported mineral substances worth $7.1 million (21.7 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7.1M | 21.7K t |
| 2023 | $7.3M | 22.9K t |
| 2022 | $6.1M | 23.4K t |
| 2021 | $4.6M | 19.8K t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 13.1K t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 12.0K t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 9.1K t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 5.3K t |
Where Uganda exports mineral substances to
Most of it went to Spain (25%), United States (23%), Japan (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+172% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $1.8M | 25% |
| United States | $1.6M | 23% |
| Japan | $650K | 9.2% |
| Turkey | $489K | 6.9% |
| Belgium | $284K | 4% |
| Mexico | $259K | 3.7% |
| Poland | $251K | 3.5% |
| Switzerland | $239K | 3.4% |
| Australia | $219K | 3.1% |
| United Kingdom | $214K | 3% |
Product types under HS 2530
| 2530.10 | Perlite and vermiculite | 97% |
| 2530.90 | Mineral substances: n.e.c. in chapter 25 | 3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2530.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.33 per kg, close to the world average of $0.32.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda mineral substances exports (HS 2530): 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 2530: Mineral substances not elsewhere specified or included.
Common questions
What is the value of mineral substances exported by Uganda?
Uganda exported mineral substances worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 175 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy mineral substances from Uganda?
Spain was the largest buyer with 25% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by the United States (23%) and Japan (9%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 29 buyer countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 172% on the year.
What is the average export price of mineral substances per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.33 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of mineral substances from Uganda changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, an increase of 304%. The peak was 2023 at $7.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for mineral substances?
The HS code for mineral substances is heading 2530. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 2530.10 (97% of the value) and 2530.90 (3%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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