Steel fitting (other) imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported steel fitting (other) worth $3.5 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). That is 114% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 35% 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 | $3.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 513 t |
| 2022 | $1.5M | 490 t |
| 2021 | $402K | 198 t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 399 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 359 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 419 t |
| 2017 | $437K | 86 t |
Where Uganda imports steel fitting (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (46%), India (37%), South Africa (4%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 46% |
| India | $1.3M | 37% |
| South Africa | $150K | 4.3% |
| France | $143K | 4.1% |
| United States | $101K | 2.9% |
| Italy | $45K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $40K | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $30K | 0.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $29K | 0.8% |
| Russia | $10K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.31 per kg, 58% below the world average of $7.92, 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 fitting (other) imports (HS 7307.99): 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 7307.99: Iron or steel: tube or pipe fittings, n.e.c. in item no. 7307.9, other than stainless steel.
Common questions
What is the value of steel fitting (other) imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported steel fitting (other) worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 104th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 114% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel fitting (other) to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by India (37%) and South Africa (4%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 703% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel fitting (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.31 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $7.92 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel fitting (other) to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $436 thousand in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 701%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel fitting (other)?
The HS code for steel fitting (other) is subheading 7307.99. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7307 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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