Steel semi-finished products imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported steel semi-finished products worth $61.2 million (94.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 97% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 76% 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 | $61.2M | 94.5K t |
| 2023 | $31.0M | 49.7K t |
| 2022 | $39.9M | 54.2K t |
| 2021 | $34.2M | 62.3K t |
| 2020 | $14.5M | 34.7K t |
| 2019 | $24.3M | 35.1K t |
| 2018 | $22.4M | 41.1K t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 3.0K t |
Where Uganda imports steel semi-finished products from
China alone supplied 56% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+326% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $34.1M | 56% |
| South Africa | $19.9M | 33% |
| Oman | $5.8M | 9.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.3M | 2.2% |
| India | $11K | 0% |
| Malaysia | $2K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 7207
| 7207.11 | Low carbon square steel bloom | 87% |
| 7207.19 | Low carbon round steel bloom | 12% |
| 7207.20 | High carbon steel bloom | 0.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7207.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.65 per kg, close to the world average of $0.60.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel semi-finished products exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $2.5 million of steel semi-finished products in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Kenya accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $2.5M | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda steel semi-finished products imports (HS 7207): 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 7207: Iron or non-alloy steel; semi-finished products thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of steel semi-finished products imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported steel semi-finished products worth $61.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 94.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 187 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 97% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel semi-finished products to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($34.1 million), followed by South Africa (33%) and Oman (9%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 326% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel semi-finished products per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.65 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $0.60 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel semi-finished products to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $61.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $28.6 million a year.
Does Uganda also export steel semi-finished products?
Yes. Uganda exported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $58.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel semi-finished products?
The HS code for steel semi-finished products is heading 7207. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 7207.11 (87% of the value) and 7207.19 (12%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Uganda reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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