Neutral alcohol (high strength) exports from Uganda: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of neutral alcohol (high strength) by Uganda reached $15.8 million in 2024 (13.4 thousand tonnes). Value fell 7% from 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 54% 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 | $15.8M | 13.4K t |
| 2023 | $16.9M | 12.3K t |
| 2022 | $16.1M | 15.1K t |
| 2021 | $16.3M | 17.1K t |
| 2020 | $11.5M | 12.6K t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 904 t |
Where Uganda exports neutral alcohol (high strength) to
Kenya alone took 52% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+458% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $8.1M | 52% |
| Tanzania | $3.1M | 20% |
| Burundi | $1.8M | 11% |
| South Sudan | $1.5M | 9.6% |
| DR Congo | $861K | 5.5% |
| Zambia | $371K | 2.4% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.18 per kg, 24% above the world average of $0.95. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda neutral alcohol (high strength) exports (HS 2207.10): 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 2207.10: Undenatured ethyl alcohol: of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher.
Common questions
What is the value of neutral alcohol (high strength) exported by Uganda?
Uganda exported neutral alcohol (high strength) worth $15.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 122 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries buy neutral alcohol (high strength) from Uganda?
Kenya was the largest buyer with 52% of the value ($8.1 million), followed by Tanzania (20%) and Burundi (11%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 9 buyer countries in total. Tanzania grew fastest among the top ten, up 458% on the year.
What is the average export price of neutral alcohol (high strength) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.18 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $0.95 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of neutral alcohol (high strength) from Uganda changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.2 million in 2018 to $15.8 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $16.9 million. Over 7 years the average was $11.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for neutral alcohol (high strength)?
The HS code for neutral alcohol (high strength) is subheading 2207.10. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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