Perfume imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported perfume worth $3.3 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 18% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $3.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 778 t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 546 t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 357 t |
| 2020 | $804K | 375 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 526 t |
| 2018 | $1.8M | 439 t |
| 2017 | $956K | 15 t |
Where Uganda imports perfume from
Most of the value came from United Arab Emirates (39%), France (33%), China (16%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.3M | 39% |
| France | $1.1M | 33% |
| China | $525K | 16% |
| Switzerland | $125K | 3.8% |
| Kenya | $57K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $47K | 1.4% |
| Singapore | $40K | 1.2% |
| India | $34K | 1% |
| Belgium | $23K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $18K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.72 per kg, 91% below the world average of $31.99, 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.
Perfume exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $848 thousand of perfume in 2024 (14 tonnes). France alone took 68% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $575K | 68% |
| United Arab Emirates | $163K | 19% |
| Netherlands | $30K | 3.6% |
| Italy | $27K | 3.2% |
| Switzerland | $22K | 2.6% |
| Singapore | $18K | 2.1% |
| Rwanda | $6K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $5K | 0.6% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda perfume imports (HS 3303): 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 3303: Perfumes and toilet waters.
Common questions
What is the value of perfume imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported perfume worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 147th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply perfume to Uganda?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by France (33%) and China (16%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 146% on the year.
What is the average import price of perfume per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.72 per kg in 2024, 91% below the world average of $31.99 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of perfume to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $956 thousand in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 242%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
Does Uganda also export perfume?
Yes. Uganda exported $848 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, the United Arab Emirates and the Netherlands. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for perfume?
The HS code for perfume is heading 3303. In Uganda all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3303.00. It sits in HS chapter 33 (essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3303 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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