Potassium fertilizer imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of potassium fertilizer by Uganda reached $7.4 million in 2024 (13.1 thousand tonnes). That is 23% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 56% 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 | $7.4M | 13.1K t |
| 2023 | $6.0M | 9.6K t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 7.6K t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 8.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 9.9K t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 7.5K t |
| 2017 | $330K | 1.1K t |
Where Uganda imports potassium fertilizer from
Most of the value came from Kenya (44%), Germany (38%), China (7%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+300% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $3.2M | 44% |
| Germany | $2.8M | 38% |
| China | $556K | 7.5% |
| Qatar | $340K | 4.6% |
| Russia | $217K | 2.9% |
| Israel | $94K | 1.3% |
| Hong Kong | $57K | 0.8% |
| Egypt | $29K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $25K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $14K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 3104
| 3104.20 | Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, potassium chloride | 60% |
| 3104.30 | Potassium sulphate fertilizer | 35% |
| 3104.90 | Potassium fertilizers (other) | 4.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3104.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.57 per kg, 90% above the world average of $0.30. 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 potassium fertilizer imports (HS 3104): 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 3104: Fertilizers; mineral or chemical, potassic.
Common questions
What is the value of potassium fertilizer imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported potassium fertilizer worth $7.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 87th of 187 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply potassium fertilizer to Uganda?
Kenya was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by Germany (38%) and China (7%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 300% on the year.
What is the average import price of potassium fertilizer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.57 per kg in 2024, 90% above the world average of $0.30 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of potassium fertilizer to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $330 thousand in 2017 to $7.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for potassium fertilizer?
The HS code for potassium fertilizer is heading 3104. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 3104.20 (60% of the value) and 3104.30 (35%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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