Petroleum residue imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported petroleum residue worth $10.2 million (20.3 thousand tonnes). That is 23% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% 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 | $10.2M | 20.3K t |
| 2023 | $8.3M | 15.6K t |
| 2022 | $5.8M | 12.8K t |
| 2021 | $10.0M | 28.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 26.4K t |
| 2019 | $8.1M | 20.1K t |
| 2018 | $8.2M | 34.6K t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 7.4K t |
Where Uganda imports petroleum residue from
The largest suppliers were United Arab Emirates (50%), Bahrain (27%), Italy (8%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+989% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $5.0M | 50% |
| Bahrain | $2.8M | 27% |
| Italy | $799K | 7.9% |
| Poland | $395K | 3.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $377K | 3.7% |
| Iran | $273K | 2.7% |
| India | $160K | 1.6% |
| United States | $103K | 1% |
| Tanzania | $85K | 0.8% |
| Spain | $82K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 2713
| 2713.20 | Bitumen | 97% |
| 2713.12 | Calcined petroleum coke | 2.3% |
| 2713.11 | Petroleum coke | 1% |
| 2713.90 | Fuel oil residue | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2713.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.50 per kg, 100% above the world average of $0.25. 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.
Petroleum residue exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $464 thousand of petroleum residue in 2024 (604 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 100% of it. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+143% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $464K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda petroleum residue imports (HS 2713): 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 2713: Petroleum coke, petroleum bitumen; other residues of petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous minerals.
Common questions
What is the value of petroleum residue imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported petroleum residue worth $10.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 117th of 197 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply petroleum residue to Uganda?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by Bahrain (27%) and Italy (8%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 989% on the year.
What is the average import price of petroleum residue per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.50 per kg in 2024, 100% above the world average of $0.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of petroleum residue to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $10.2 million in 2024, an increase of 466%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.2 million a year.
Does Uganda also export petroleum residue?
Yes. Uganda exported $464 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $9.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for petroleum residue?
The HS code for petroleum residue is heading 2713. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 2713.20 (97% of the value) and 2713.12 (2%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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