Spirits (other types) exports from Uganda: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Uganda exported spirits (other types) worth $7.6 million (5.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 45% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 398% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $13.8 million.
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 | $7.6M | 5.6K t |
| 2023 | $13.8M | 10.0K t |
| 2022 | $10.7M | 7.9K t |
| 2021 | $8.7M | 7.0K t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 5.1K t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $4.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $0K | - |
Where Uganda exports spirits (other types) to
One buyer market dominates: South Sudan accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Burundi grew fastest (+691% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Sudan | $4.5M | 59% |
| DR Congo | $1.2M | 15% |
| Sudan | $685K | 9% |
| Kenya | $611K | 8% |
| Rwanda | $350K | 4.6% |
| Burundi | $240K | 3.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $85K | 1.1% |
| Tanzania | $16K | 0.2% |
| Egypt | $9K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.36 per kg, 75% below the world average of $5.34, 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.
Spirits (other types) imports to Uganda
Uganda imported $2.0 million of spirits (other types) in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Poland alone supplied 62% of it. Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+265% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $1.3M | 62% |
| Mexico | $450K | 22% |
| France | $155K | 7.6% |
| United Kingdom | $67K | 3.3% |
| Spain | $66K | 3.2% |
| China | $18K | 0.9% |
| Nigeria | $10K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.1% |
| India | $3K | 0.1% |
| Thailand | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda spirits (other types) exports (HS 2208.90): 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 2208.90: Spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages: n.e.c. in heading no. 2208.
Common questions
What is the value of spirits (other types) exported by Uganda?
Uganda exported spirits (other types) worth $7.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 171 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 45% on 2023.
Which countries buy spirits (other types) from Uganda?
South Sudan was the largest buyer with 59% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by the DR Congo (15%) and Sudan (9%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 16 buyer countries in total. Burundi grew fastest among the top ten, up 691% on the year.
What is the average export price of spirits (other types) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.36 per kg in 2024, 75% below the world average of $5.34 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of spirits (other types) from Uganda changed since 2017?
Exports went from $0 thousand in 2017 to $7.6 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $13.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.7 million a year.
Does Uganda also import spirits (other types)?
Yes. Uganda imported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Poland, Mexico and France. On balance Uganda is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for spirits (other types)?
The HS code for spirits (other types) is subheading 2208.90. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2208 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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