Other coated steel exports from Uganda: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of other coated steel by Uganda reached $2.0 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). That is 18% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 69% 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 | $2.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $1.5M | 807 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 810 t |
| 2020 | $940K | 663 t |
| 2019 | $231K | 116 t |
| 2018 | $152K | 94 t |
| 2017 | $51K | 34 t |
Where Uganda exports other coated steel to
South Sudan alone took 74% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+67% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.59 per kg, 39% below the world average of $2.61, 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.
Other coated steel imports to Uganda
Imports of other coated steel by Uganda reached $277 thousand in 2024 (212 tonnes). India alone supplied 69% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+64% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $190K | 69% |
| China | $58K | 21% |
| South Korea | $22K | 7.8% |
| Netherlands | $5K | 1.8% |
| Spain | $2K | 0.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda other coated steel exports (HS 7210.90): 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 7210.90: Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with materials n.e.c. in heading no. 7210.
Common questions
What is the value of other coated steel exported by Uganda?
Uganda exported other coated steel worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 108 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries buy other coated steel from Uganda?
South Sudan was the largest buyer with 74% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Kenya (14%) and the DR Congo (6%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 5 buyer countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 67% on the year.
What is the average export price of other coated steel per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.59 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $2.61 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of other coated steel from Uganda changed since 2017?
Exports went from $50 thousand in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $2.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.1 million a year.
Does Uganda also import other coated steel?
Yes. Uganda imported $277 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, China and South Korea. On balance Uganda is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for other coated steel?
The HS code for other coated steel is subheading 7210.90. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7210 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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