Onions and garlic imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported onions and garlic worth $9.7 million (40.6 thousand tonnes). That is 61% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 42% 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 | $9.7M | 40.6K t |
| 2023 | $6.0M | 28.4K t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 17.4K t |
| 2021 | $6.2M | 37.4K t |
| 2020 | $4.9M | 23.8K t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 21.7K t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 13.1K t |
| 2017 | $840K | 672 t |
Where Uganda imports onions and garlic from
Tanzania alone supplied 68% of it. Among the main suppliers, Tanzania grew fastest (+92% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $6.6M | 68% |
| China | $2.4M | 25% |
| Kenya | $598K | 6.1% |
| Rwanda | $140K | 1.4% |
| Burundi | $4K | 0% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 0703
| 0703.10 | Fresh onions | 74% |
| 0703.20 | Fresh garlic | 26% |
| 0703.90 | Leeks and shallots | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0703.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.24 per kg, 68% below the world average of $0.76, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Onions and garlic exports from Uganda
Exports of onions and garlic by Uganda reached $4.3 million in 2024 (6.6 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Sudan accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Sudan | $2.4M | 56% |
| Rwanda | $1.1M | 26% |
| Netherlands | $568K | 13% |
| Kenya | $109K | 2.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $26K | 0.6% |
| Switzerland | $18K | 0.4% |
| Czech Republic | $12K | 0.3% |
| Norway | $11K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $4K | 0.1% |
| Kuwait | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda onions and garlic imports (HS 0703): 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 0703: Onions, shallots, garlic, leeks and other alliaceous vegetables; fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of onions and garlic imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported onions and garlic worth $9.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 40.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 91st of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 61% on 2023.
Which countries supply onions and garlic to Uganda?
Tanzania was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($6.6 million), followed by China (25%) and Kenya (6%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 125% on the year.
What is the average import price of onions and garlic per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.24 per kg in 2024, 68% below the world average of $0.76 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of onions and garlic to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $840 thousand in 2017 to $9.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.9 million a year.
Does Uganda also export onions and garlic?
Yes. Uganda exported $4.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Sudan, Rwanda and the Netherlands. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $5.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for onions and garlic?
The HS code for onions and garlic is heading 0703. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 0703.10 (74% of the value) and 0703.20 (26%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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