Nitrogen fertilizer imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of nitrogen fertilizer by Uganda reached $17.7 million in 2024 (43.9 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 82% 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 | $17.7M | 43.9K t |
| 2023 | $18.2M | 29.1K t |
| 2022 | $19.9M | 24.2K t |
| 2021 | $10.8M | 24.5K t |
| 2020 | $5.7M | 14.5K t |
| 2019 | $12.1M | 21.7K t |
| 2018 | $10.2M | 19.2K t |
| 2017 | $263K | 740 t |
Where Uganda imports nitrogen fertilizer from
Most of the value came from Qatar (40%), China (15%), Kenya (12%). Among the main suppliers, Qatar grew fastest (+179% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | $7.1M | 40% |
| China | $2.6M | 15% |
| Kenya | $2.2M | 12% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.9M | 11% |
| Egypt | $1.5M | 8.4% |
| Sweden | $421K | 2.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $321K | 1.8% |
| Bahrain | $289K | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $275K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $259K | 1.5% |
Product types under HS 3102
| 3102.10 | Urea fertilizer | 64% |
| 3102.30 | Ammonium nitrate fertilizer | 18% |
| 3102.60 | Calcium and ammonium nitrate mixtures | 7.5% |
| 3102.21 | Ammonium sulphate fertilizer | 5.9% |
| 3102.29 | Single nitrogen fertilizer | 1.6% |
| 3102.90 | Mixed nitrogen fertilizer | 1.2% |
| 3102.40 | Ammonium nitrate with calcium carbonate | 1.2% |
| 3102.50 | Sodium nitrate fertilizer | 1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3102.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.40 per kg, 25% above the world average of $0.32. 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 nitrogen fertilizer imports (HS 3102): 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 3102: Fertilizers; mineral or chemical, nitrogenous.
Common questions
What is the value of nitrogen fertilizer imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported nitrogen fertilizer worth $17.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 43.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 107th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply nitrogen fertilizer to Uganda?
Qatar was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by China (15%) and Kenya (12%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Qatar grew fastest among the top ten, up 179% on the year.
What is the average import price of nitrogen fertilizer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.40 per kg in 2024, 25% above 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 imports of nitrogen fertilizer to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $263 thousand in 2017 to $17.7 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $19.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.8 million a year.
Does Uganda also export nitrogen fertilizer?
Yes. Uganda exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Sudan, Ethiopia and Kenya. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $16.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for nitrogen fertilizer?
The HS code for nitrogen fertilizer is heading 3102. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 3102.10 (64% of the value) and 3102.30 (18%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Uganda. Tell us your product to see it live.
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