Steel can (other) imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $3.6 million of steel can (other) in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 21% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 92% 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 | $3.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 921 t |
| 2022 | $2.5M | 733 t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 361 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 705 t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 881 t |
| 2017 | $37K | 11 t |
Where Uganda imports steel can (other) from
Most of the value came from United Arab Emirates (36%), Kenya (35%), China (24%). Among the main suppliers, Kenya grew fastest (+183% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.3M | 36% |
| Kenya | $1.3M | 35% |
| China | $887K | 25% |
| South Africa | $122K | 3.4% |
| India | $10K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $9K | 0.2% |
| South Sudan | $4K | 0.1% |
| Hungary | $4K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.1% |
| Tanzania | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.03 per kg, 31% below the world average of $4.40, 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.
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The shipment records behind Uganda steel can (other) imports (HS 7310.29): 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 7310.29: Tanks, casks, drums, boxes and similar containers for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas) less than 50l capacity, n.e.c. in item no. 7310.2, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of steel can (other) imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported steel can (other) worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel can (other) to Uganda?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Kenya (35%) and China (24%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 717% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel can (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.03 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $4.40 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel can (other) to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $37 thousand in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel can (other)?
The HS code for steel can (other) is subheading 7310.29. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7310 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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