Modified starch imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of modified starch by Uganda reached $4.3 million in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Value rose 22% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 58% 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 | $4.3M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $172K | 122 t |
Where Uganda imports modified starch from
The largest suppliers were Kenya (31%), China (16%), Thailand (11%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+621% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $1.3M | 31% |
| China | $700K | 16% |
| Thailand | $487K | 11% |
| United States | $426K | 9.9% |
| Austria | $265K | 6.1% |
| South Africa | $250K | 5.8% |
| Italy | $243K | 5.6% |
| France | $215K | 5% |
| India | $133K | 3.1% |
| Germany | $78K | 1.8% |
Product types under HS 3505
| 3505.10 | Dextrins and other modified starches | 74% |
| 3505.20 | Starch adhesive | 26% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3505.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.78 per kg, 40% above the world average of $1.27. 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.
Modified starch exports from Uganda
In 2024, Uganda exported modified starch worth $364 thousand (95 tonnes). Kenya alone took 87% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+134% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $316K | 87% |
| Rwanda | $47K | 13% |
| South Sudan | $1K | 0.3% |
| DR Congo | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda modified starch imports (HS 3505): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 3505: Dextrins and other modified starches (e.g. pregelatinised or esterified starches); glues based on starches or on dextrins or other modified starches.
Common questions
What is the value of modified starch imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported modified starch worth $4.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply modified starch to Uganda?
Kenya was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by China (16%) and Thailand (11%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 621% on the year.
What is the average import price of modified starch per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.78 per kg in 2024, 40% above the world average of $1.27 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of modified starch to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $172 thousand in 2017 to $4.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.6 million a year.
Does Uganda also export modified starch?
Yes. Uganda exported $364 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, Rwanda and South Sudan. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for modified starch?
The HS code for modified starch is heading 3505. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 3505.10 (74% of the value) and 3505.20 (26%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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