Whole milk powder sweetened exports from Uganda: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Uganda exported whole milk powder sweetened worth $4.5 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 7% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 280% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $8.5 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 | $4.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $7.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $6.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $8.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $0K | 0 t |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.20 per kg, close to the world average of $3.84.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Whole milk powder sweetened imports to Uganda
Uganda imported $1.3 million of whole milk powder sweetened in 2024 (426 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Netherlands accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+355% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 79% |
| Malaysia | $183K | 14% |
| United Arab Emirates | $104K | 7.7% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda whole milk powder sweetened exports (HS 0402.29): 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 0402.29: Dairy produce: milk and cream, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight).
Common questions
What is the value of whole milk powder sweetened exported by Uganda?
Uganda exported whole milk powder sweetened worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 113 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries buy whole milk powder sweetened from Uganda?
Kenya was the largest buyer with 62% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by Malawi (21%) and the DR Congo (17%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of whole milk powder sweetened per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.20 per kg in 2024, 9% above the world average of $3.84 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of whole milk powder sweetened from Uganda changed since 2017?
Exports went from $0 thousand in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024. The peak was 2018 at $8.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
Does Uganda also import whole milk powder sweetened?
Yes. Uganda imported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the Netherlands, Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Uganda is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for whole milk powder sweetened?
The HS code for whole milk powder sweetened is subheading 0402.29. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Uganda. Tell us your product to see it live.
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