Monthly trade report
Uruguay trade: February 2026
Imports into Uruguay totaled US$1.05 billion in February 2026, up 19.8% from January 2026 and down 0.1% from February 2025, according to Uruguay customs (DNA) data compiled by CargoFax.
ImportsExports
- Imports, February 2026
- US$1.05 billion
- Exports, February 2026
- US$874 million
- Trade balance, February 2026
- -US$177 million
Crude oil arrivals resumed in February, lifting imports back above US$1 billion
Crude petroleum (HS 2709) returned to Uruguay's import records in February 2026 at US$143 million, after no arrivals in January, and was 72.1% above February 2025. Refined fuels (HS 2710) added US$52.4 million. Together they pushed mineral fuels to 19.9% of the month's imports, and total imports rose 19.8% from January to US$1.05 billion, practically flat against a year earlier (down 0.1%). Purchases from the United States more than tripled to US$142 million, while China remained the main supplier with US$237 million, down 16.1%.
Customs exports (excluding free zones) rose 5.6% to US$874 million, 11.4% above February 2025. Meat led the gain: fresh beef (HS 0201) rose 40.4% to US$64.1 million and live cattle (HS 0102) climbed from US$15.7 million to US$45.6 million. Wheat rose 31.8%. Concentrated milk (HS 0402) fell for a fifth month in a row, to US$36.5 million. Exports to South Korea (US$27.4 million) and Israel (US$39.0 million) were each the highest since January 2016.
The trade deficit widened to US$177 million. Over January and February, exports were 7.9% above the same months of 2025, while imports were 7.2% lower.
What the data shows: February's import rebound came mostly from fuel, which tends to arrive in large, irregular cargoes. On the export side, meat and live cattle carried the month; dairy is the weak spot to watch.
Month at a glance
| Metric | February 2026 | January 2026 | Change | February 2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Import value (US$, CIF) | 1,051,443,850 | 877,313,037 | +19.8% | 1,052,270,993 | -0.1% |
| Export value (US$, FOB) | 874,443,352 | 828,315,164 | +5.6% | 785,301,187 | +11.4% |
| Trade balance (exports minus imports, US$) | -177,000,498 | -48,997,873 | -266,969,806 | ||
| Import weight (tonnes) | 701,481 | 383,879 | +82.7% | 559,312 | +25.4% |
| Export weight (tonnes) | 1,677,543 | 1,964,876 | -14.6% | 1,614,358 | +3.9% |
| Import records | 103,570 | 113,319 | -8.6% | 109,498 | -5.4% |
| Export records | 10,550 | 9,614 | +9.7% | 10,980 | -3.9% |
| Importers | 4,887 | 4,983 | -1.9% | 4,912 | -0.5% |
| Exporters | 574 | 599 | -4.2% | 590 | -2.7% |
How does the month compare with the last three months, the quarter, and the year?
| Period | Total | Prior period | vs prior period | Same period last year | vs same period last year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imports Last 3 months Dec '25 – Feb '26 | 3,052,811,749 | 3,682,469,392 Sep – Nov '25 | -17.1% | 3,107,185,245 | -1.7% |
| Imports Quarter to date Jan – Feb '26 | 1,928,756,887 | 2,391,980,679 Oct – Nov '25 | -19.4% | 2,078,411,683 | -7.2% |
| Imports Year to date Jan – Feb '26 | 1,928,756,887 | 2,078,411,683 Jan – Feb '25 | -7.2% | 2,078,411,683 | -7.2% |
| Exports Last 3 months Dec '25 – Feb '26 | 2,595,586,202 | 2,770,329,187 Sep – Nov '25 | -6.3% | 2,348,831,716 | +10.5% |
| Exports Quarter to date Jan – Feb '26 | 1,702,758,517 | 1,777,874,911 Oct – Nov '25 | -4.2% | 1,578,088,899 | +7.9% |
| Exports Year to date Jan – Feb '26 | 1,702,758,517 | 1,578,088,899 Jan – Feb '25 | +7.9% | 1,578,088,899 | +7.9% |
Imports: What did Uruguay import in February 2026?
By HS chapter
| HS | Category | Value (US$) | Share | vs Jan 2026 | vs Feb 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | Mineral fuels and oils | 209,493,285 | 19.9% | >+999% | +123.2% |
| 87 | Vehicles and parts | 139,776,803 | 13.3% | -3.3% | -17.0% |
| 84 | Machinery and computers | 91,744,643 | 8.7% | -8.5% | -41.6% |
| 85 | Electrical equipment | 68,121,131 | 6.5% | +4.7% | -6.1% |
| 30 | Pharmaceutical products | 43,411,865 | 4.1% | +6.7% | +35.8% |
| 02 | Meat | 36,166,337 | 3.4% | -8.0% | +22.5% |
| 39 | Plastics | 35,356,051 | 3.4% | -30.6% | -38.0% |
| 38 | Miscellaneous chemical products | 24,195,555 | 2.3% | -1.6% | -8.9% |
| 94 | Furniture and lighting | 20,183,946 | 1.9% | +14.3% | -0.8% |
| 73 | Iron and steel articles | 19,459,306 | 1.9% | +5.5% | -3.7% |
By product (HS4)
| HS | Product | Value (US$) | Share | vs Jan 2026 | vs Feb 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2709 | Crude petroleum | 142,789,726 | 13.6% | new | +72.1% |
| 8703 | Passenger cars | 64,592,657 | 6.1% | -2.7% | +1.8% |
| 2710 | Refined petroleum fuels | 52,387,922 | 5.0% | >+999% | >+999% |
| 8704 | Trucks and pickups | 26,873,652 | 2.6% | +8.3% | -30.1% |
| 8517 | Phones and network equipment | 25,708,562 | 2.4% | +20.9% | +5.6% |
| 3004 | Packaged medicines | 23,683,955 | 2.3% | -4.3% | +37.2% |
| 0201 | Beef, fresh or chilled | 21,048,520 | 2.0% | -4.2% | +33.8% |
| 3002 | Vaccines, blood, and immunological products | 17,259,826 | 1.6% | +26.0% | +40.1% |
| 8702 | Buses | 14,998,321 | 1.4% | >+999% | -16.6% |
| 8708 | Vehicle parts and accessories | 14,739,823 | 1.4% | -44.0% | -38.0% |
Imports: what went up, what went down
Biggest increases
Nitrogen fertilizers (HS 3102) added US$5.87 million compared with January 2026, more than any other product heading.
| HS | Product | Prior month | This month | Change | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2709 | Crude petroleum | 0 | 142,789,726 | +142,789,726 | new |
| 2710 | Refined petroleum fuels | 3,426,383 | 52,387,922 | +48,961,539 | >+999% |
| 8702 | Buses | 1,333,421 | 14,998,321 | +13,664,901 | >+999% |
| 9801 | Special national tariff items | 1,868,257 | 14,178,106 | +12,309,849 | +658.9% |
| 3102 | Nitrogen fertilizers | 5,541,990 | 11,407,975 | +5,865,985 | +105.8% |
Biggest decreases
Vehicle parts and accessories (HS 8708) had the largest decline, US$11.6 million less than in January 2026.
| HS | Product | Prior month | This month | Change | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8708 | Vehicle parts and accessories | 26,313,757 | 14,739,823 | -11,573,935 | -44.0% |
| 3907 | Polyacetals, polyethers, and epoxy resins | 12,115,460 | 2,610,599 | -9,504,862 | -78.5% |
| 8422 | Dish washing machines | 4,500,351 | 727,579 | -3,772,773 | -83.8% |
| 8711 | Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles | 6,808,089 | 3,582,043 | -3,226,046 | -47.4% |
| 8701 | (other than tractors of heading no 8709) | 12,988,419 | 10,500,249 | -2,488,170 | -19.2% |
Where did Uruguay's imports come from?
| Origin | Value (US$) | Share | vs Jan 2026 | vs Feb 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | 236,622,084 | 22.5% | -16.1% | -19.5% |
| Brazil | 203,739,806 | 19.4% | +13.8% | -10.8% |
| United States | 142,120,153 | 13.5% | +232.9% | +217.9% |
| Argentina | 95,870,090 | 9.1% | +1.9% | -3.5% |
| Nigeria | 71,955,981 | 6.8% | >+999% | -14.9% |
| Netherlands | 25,989,973 | 2.5% | +526.3% | +461.2% |
| Italy | 20,760,684 | 2.0% | -24.7% | +16.9% |
| Germany | 19,699,770 | 1.9% | -34.7% | +0.6% |
| India | 18,843,886 | 1.8% | +15.9% | +8.8% |
| Chile | 16,280,689 | 1.5% | +31.2% | +77.0% |
Ports of entry
| Port | Value (US$) | Share | vs Jan 2026 | vs Feb 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montevideo | 470,655,979 | 44.8% | +0.4% | -12.9% |
| Customs office 008 | 142,852,252 | 13.6% | >+999% | +72.2% |
| Carrasco (airport) | 124,203,484 | 11.8% | +8.0% | +12.9% |
| Customs office 006 | 101,582,710 | 9.7% | +0.7% | +3.9% |
| Customs office 003 | 95,911,728 | 9.1% | +10.9% | +1.0% |
Imports: Which imports grew and declined over the last three months?
Dec 2025 to Feb 2026 compared with Dec 2024 to Feb 2025. Items under 0.5% of the three-month total are left out.
Products
| Grew | Comparison period | Last 3 months | Change | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refined petroleum fuels | 24,258,478 | 72,252,646 | +47,994,168 | +197.8% |
| Passenger cars | 174,341,320 | 205,775,291 | +31,433,971 | +18.0% |
| Beef, fresh or chilled | 43,965,708 | 63,852,306 | +19,886,598 | +45.2% |
| Special national tariff items | 0 | 17,849,431 | +17,849,431 | new |
| Packaged medicines | 61,734,014 | 77,687,644 | +15,953,631 | +25.8% |
| Declined | Comparison period | Last 3 months | Change | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crude petroleum | 260,457,877 | 208,988,755 | -51,469,121 | -19.8% |
| Woodworking machine tools | 32,026,270 | 1,146,283 | -30,879,987 | -96.4% |
| Trucks and pickups | 109,096,967 | 88,650,782 | -20,446,185 | -18.7% |
| Buses | 39,110,420 | 22,069,853 | -17,040,567 | -43.6% |
| Computers | 47,856,055 | 36,096,021 | -11,760,035 | -24.6% |
Countries
| Grew | Comparison period | Last 3 months | Change | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 170,150,447 | 249,754,520 | +79,604,073 | +46.8% |
| Italy | 52,018,148 | 85,717,087 | +33,698,939 | +64.8% |
| Netherlands | 13,263,709 | 34,913,948 | +21,650,238 | +163.2% |
| China | 777,198,346 | 794,799,110 | +17,600,765 | +2.3% |
| Germany | 73,189,286 | 87,030,599 | +13,841,314 | +18.9% |
| Declined | Comparison period | Last 3 months | Change | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argentina | 409,865,444 | 310,551,329 | -99,314,115 | -24.2% |
| Finland | 54,061,906 | 4,614,863 | -49,447,043 | -91.5% |
| Brazil | 663,769,704 | 624,952,746 | -38,816,958 | -5.8% |
| Nigeria | 164,652,345 | 139,105,552 | -25,546,793 | -15.5% |
| Turkey | 37,766,025 | 24,111,568 | -13,654,457 | -36.2% |
What did Uruguay export in February 2026?
By HS chapter
| HS | Category | Value (US$) | Share | vs Jan 2026 | vs Feb 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 | Meat | 258,401,411 | 29.6% | +7.7% | +7.4% |
| 44 | Wood | 99,183,294 | 11.3% | -19.4% | -6.4% |
| 10 | Cereals | 95,957,806 | 11.0% | +1.3% | +37.0% |
| 04 | Dairy, eggs, and honey | 53,898,560 | 6.2% | -24.3% | -25.9% |
| 87 | Vehicles and parts | 47,354,306 | 5.4% | +74.6% | +19.2% |
| 01 | Live animals | 45,879,826 | 5.2% | +178.6% | +36.5% |
| 12 | Oil seeds | 37,794,087 | 4.3% | -32.0% | +71.9% |
| 15 | Animal and vegetable fats and oils | 36,846,964 | 4.2% | +8.2% | +71.0% |
| 39 | Plastics | 22,841,916 | 2.6% | -2.9% | -9.8% |
| 11 | Milling products | 21,383,746 | 2.4% | +120.3% | -8.7% |
By product (HS4)
| HS | Product | Value (US$) | Share | vs Jan 2026 | vs Feb 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0202 | Beef, frozen | 171,306,401 | 19.6% | +2.3% | +4.2% |
| 4403 | Logs | 70,993,896 | 8.1% | -21.7% | -14.9% |
| 0201 | Beef, fresh or chilled | 64,067,035 | 7.3% | +40.4% | +20.4% |
| 1001 | Wheat | 59,922,555 | 6.9% | +31.8% | +47.6% |
| 0102 | Live cattle | 45,561,504 | 5.2% | +189.5% | +35.8% |
| 0402 | Milk and cream, concentrated or sweetened | 36,514,683 | 4.2% | -29.1% | -35.2% |
| 8704 | Trucks and pickups | 36,356,001 | 4.2% | +62.3% | +8.6% |
| 1205 | Rape or colza seeds | 34,060,927 | 3.9% | -34.9% | +83.8% |
| 1006 | Rice | 30,894,536 | 3.5% | -11.7% | +21.3% |
| 1107 | Whether or not roasted | 21,085,116 | 2.4% | +124.4% | -8.8% |
Exports: what went up, what went down
Biggest increases
The largest export increase came from live cattle (HS 0102): US$29.8 million more than in January 2026.
| HS | Product | Prior month | This month | Change | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0102 | Live cattle | 15,736,140 | 45,561,504 | +29,825,364 | +189.5% |
| 0201 | Beef, fresh or chilled | 45,624,476 | 64,067,035 | +18,442,559 | +40.4% |
| 1001 | Wheat | 45,475,636 | 59,922,555 | +14,446,919 | +31.8% |
| 8704 | Trucks and pickups | 22,399,399 | 36,356,001 | +13,956,601 | +62.3% |
| 1107 | Whether or not roasted | 9,397,181 | 21,085,116 | +11,687,935 | +124.4% |
Biggest decreases
Exports of logs (HS 4403) had the largest decline, US$19.7 million less than in January 2026.
| HS | Product | Prior month | This month | Change | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4403 | Logs | 90,709,094 | 70,993,896 | -19,715,198 | -21.7% |
| 1205 | Rape or colza seeds | 52,326,001 | 34,060,927 | -18,265,073 | -34.9% |
| 0402 | Milk and cream, concentrated or sweetened | 51,515,235 | 36,514,683 | -15,000,553 | -29.1% |
| 1003 | Barley | 14,111,321 | 4,955,300 | -9,156,021 | -64.9% |
| 1514 | Rape, colza or mustard oil and their fractions | 7,298,421 | 845,414 | -6,453,008 | -88.4% |
Where did Uruguay's exports go?
| Destination | Value (US$) | Share | vs Jan 2026 | vs Feb 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 164,768,929 | 18.8% | +30.1% | +2.6% |
| United States | 107,958,475 | 12.3% | +8.6% | +0.8% |
| China | 105,985,938 | 12.1% | +12.8% | +17.1% |
| Uruguayan free zones | 69,269,109 | 7.9% | -36.1% | -4.4% |
| United Kingdom | 39,702,756 | 4.5% | -5.6% | +156.0% |
| Israel | 39,040,741 | 4.5% | +90.4% | +238.2% |
| Argentina | 32,545,854 | 3.7% | -19.0% | -10.4% |
| Netherlands | 31,692,940 | 3.6% | +36.4% | -3.6% |
| South Korea | 27,397,825 | 3.1% | +51.6% | >+999% |
| Turkey | 24,994,051 | 2.9% | +130.5% | +32.7% |
Customs offices of exit
| Port | Value (US$) | Share | vs Jan 2026 | vs Feb 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montevideo | 563,586,735 | 64.5% | +15.0% | +13.6% |
| Customs office 006 | 84,922,983 | 9.7% | -5.8% | +4.6% |
| Customs office 014 | 72,224,719 | 8.3% | -31.0% | +11.7% |
| Customs office 004 | 35,972,639 | 4.1% | +6.0% | -22.4% |
| Customs office 003 | 35,677,630 | 4.1% | -5.7% | +19.1% |
Exports: Which exports grew and declined over the last three months?
Dec 2025 to Feb 2026 compared with Dec 2024 to Feb 2025. Items under 0.5% of the three-month total are left out.
Products
| Grew | Comparison period | Last 3 months | Change | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rape or colza seeds | 47,255,678 | 122,774,084 | +75,518,405 | +159.8% |
| Beef, frozen | 464,121,552 | 525,608,935 | +61,487,383 | +13.2% |
| Beef, fresh or chilled | 121,557,749 | 165,667,335 | +44,109,586 | +36.3% |
| Wheat | 118,691,268 | 152,421,724 | +33,730,457 | +28.4% |
| Live cattle | 73,682,258 | 93,552,553 | +19,870,295 | +27.0% |
| Declined | Comparison period | Last 3 months | Change | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rice | 123,820,892 | 99,648,744 | -24,172,148 | -19.5% |
| Trucks and pickups | 98,447,175 | 76,854,748 | -21,592,427 | -21.9% |
| Milk and cream, concentrated or sweetened | 173,153,472 | 156,210,097 | -16,943,375 | -9.8% |
| Whether or not roasted | 69,015,606 | 52,476,788 | -16,538,818 | -24.0% |
| Logs | 259,828,958 | 248,582,948 | -11,246,011 | -4.3% |
Countries
| Grew | Comparison period | Last 3 months | Change | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 27,850,689 | 94,089,001 | +66,238,312 | +237.8% |
| South Korea | 1,582,667 | 55,120,868 | +53,538,201 | >+999% |
| Israel | 40,394,700 | 87,462,605 | +47,067,905 | +116.5% |
| Mexico | 26,749,381 | 69,250,603 | +42,501,222 | +158.9% |
| Uruguayan free zones | 238,921,174 | 277,228,564 | +38,307,390 | +16.0% |
| Declined | Comparison period | Last 3 months | Change | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 481,600,876 | 432,057,137 | -49,543,739 | -10.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | 40,412,270 | 10,453,594 | -29,958,677 | -74.1% |
| Switzerland | 29,801,061 | 10,972,419 | -18,828,642 | -63.2% |
| Morocco | 19,588,437 | 2,037,110 | -17,551,326 | -89.6% |
| Costa Rica | 17,403,496 | 2,254,843 | -15,148,654 | -87.0% |
Top importers in February 2026
4,887 importers received shipments this month. See who they are, what they bought, and from whom in Explorer.
| # | Importer | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Importer, HS 27 mineral fuels and oils | |
| 2 | Importer, HS 15 animal and vegetable fats and oils | |
| 3 | Importer, HS 87 vehicles and parts | |
| 4 | Importer, HS 22 beverages | |
| 5 | Importer, HS 85 electrical equipment | |
| 6 | Importer, HS 98 special classification provisions | |
| 7 | Importer, HS 87 vehicles and parts | |
| 8 | Importer, HS 27 mineral fuels and oils |
Top exporters in February 2026
574 exporters shipped goods this month. See who they are, what they sold, and to whom in Explorer.
| # | Exporter | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exporter, HS 12 oil seeds | |
| 2 | Exporter, HS 02 meat | |
| 3 | Exporter, HS 04 dairy, eggs, and honey | |
| 4 | Exporter, HS 02 meat | |
| 5 | Exporter, HS 44 wood | |
| 6 | Exporter, HS 02 meat | |
| 7 | Exporter, HS 02 meat | |
| 8 | Exporter, HS 44 wood |
12-month trend
| Month | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2025 | 1,086,762,671 | 761,665,735 | -325,096,936 |
| Apr 2025 | 1,000,357,201 | 936,610,701 | -63,746,500 |
| May 2025 | 1,070,781,136 | 1,033,276,599 | -37,504,536 |
| Jun 2025 | 934,207,875 | 1,081,936,340 | +147,728,465 |
| Jul 2025 | 1,109,703,218 | 1,121,972,459 | +12,269,241 |
| Aug 2025 | 915,430,740 | 1,096,412,112 | +180,981,372 |
| Sep 2025 | 1,290,488,713 | 992,454,277 | -298,034,436 |
| Oct 2025 | 1,300,104,032 | 905,272,008 | -394,832,024 |
| Nov 2025 | 1,091,876,647 | 872,602,903 | -219,273,744 |
| Dec 2025 | 1,124,054,862 | 892,827,685 | -231,227,177 |
| Jan 2026 | 877,313,037 | 828,315,164 | -48,997,873 |
| Feb 2026 | 1,051,443,850 | 874,443,352 | -177,000,498 |
What looks unusual this month?
These changes may reflect a few large shipments, late records, or a classification change rather than a trend. Check them in the records before quoting them.
- Imports: HS 2710 (refined petroleum fuels) went from US$3.43 million to US$52.4 million. Treat with caution: jumps this size often reflect a few large transactions or a classification change.
- Imports: HS 8702 (buses) went from US$1.33 million to US$15.0 million. Treat with caution: jumps this size often reflect a few large transactions or a classification change.
- Imports: HS 9801 (special national tariff items) went from US$1.87 million to US$14.2 million. Treat with caution: jumps this size often reflect a few large transactions or a classification change.
- Imports: HS 2401 (unmanufactured tobacco) went from US$985 to US$1.60 million. Treat with caution: jumps this size often reflect a few large transactions or a classification change.
- Imports: HS 2520 (anhydrite) went from US$65,300 to US$1.37 million. Treat with caution: jumps this size often reflect a few large transactions or a classification change.
- Imports: Plastics (HS 39) fell to its lowest monthly level since January 2024.
- Imports: Special classification provisions (HS 98) reached its highest monthly level since January 2016.
- Imports: Special classification provisions (HS 98) reached its highest monthly level since January 2024.
- Imports: Organic chemicals (HS 29) fell to its lowest monthly level since January 2024.
- Exports: HS 9801 (special national tariff items) went from US$2.17 million to US$12.2 million. Treat with caution: jumps this size often reflect a few large transactions or a classification change.
- Exports: HS 1507 (soybean oil) went from US$337,000 to US$5.52 million. Treat with caution: jumps this size often reflect a few large transactions or a classification change.
- Exports: HS 7113 (jewellery of precious metal) went from US$15,000 to US$1.68 million. Treat with caution: jumps this size often reflect a few large transactions or a classification change.
- Exports: HS 2401 (unmanufactured tobacco) reappeared at US$1.05 million after six or more months at zero. Treat it as a single event until later months confirm it.
- Exports: HS 3301 (essential (concretes, absolutes)) went from US$1,720 to US$841,000. Treat with caution: jumps this size often reflect a few large transactions or a classification change.
- Exports: Wool (HS 51) reached its highest monthly level since January 2024.
- Exports: Special classification provisions (HS 98) reached its highest monthly level since January 2016.
- Exports: Special classification provisions (HS 98) reached its highest monthly level since January 2024.
- Exports: Special national tariff items (HS 9801) reached its highest monthly level since January 2016.
- Exports: Watch cases and parts thereof (HS 9111) appeared at US$502,000 after no records in the previous six months.
Uruguay trade facts, February 2026
- Imports into Uruguay totaled US$1.05 billion in February 2026, up 19.8% from January 2026 and down 0.1% from February 2025.
- The largest single product was crude petroleum (HS 2709) at US$143 million.
- Nitrogen fertilizers (HS 3102) added US$5.87 million compared with January 2026, more than any other product heading.
- Vehicle parts and accessories (HS 8708) had the largest decline, US$11.6 million less than in January 2026.
- China supplied 22.5% of import value, more than any other origin; Brazil was second at 19.4%.
- Uruguay recorded a trade deficit of US$177 million in February 2026: exports minus imports.
- The largest single export product was beef, frozen (HS 0202) at US$171 million.
- The largest export increase came from live cattle (HS 0102): US$29.8 million more than in January 2026.
- Exports of logs (HS 4403) had the largest decline, US$19.7 million less than in January 2026.
- The leading destination was Brazil, with 18.8% of export value, ahead of the United States (12.3%).
Methodology
Uruguay customs (DNA) import declarations (DUA). Uruguay customs (DNA) export declarations (DUA), excluding exports from free zones. Import values are declared CIF values in US dollars. Export values are declared FOB values in US dollars. Categories follow the Harmonized System. Records are customs line items; importers are distinct importers with a record in the month. The latest month may be revised as late records arrive. The period table leaves out a comparison that reaches before January 2016, when the series starts, or that includes a month not used as a base. Year to date is compared with the same months a year earlier. Import values are customs values, close to CIF; export values are FOB. Transit operations are excluded. Destination codes 981, 986, and 997 in the export records are not country codes: the goods recorded against them (pulpwood, pulp-mill inputs, and grain) and their customs offices indicate Uruguayan free zones, so they are grouped as "Uruguayan free zones". Customs offices without a published name are shown by their code. Exports from free zones (for example pulp) are not in the DUA file, so these export figures differ from the official export total published by Uruguay XXI in level and trend; use Uruguay XXI for national export totals.
FAQ
Uruguay trade, February 2026: frequently asked questions
How much did Uruguay import in February 2026?
Uruguay imported US$1.05 billion (CIF) in February 2026, up 19.8% from January 2026 and down 0.1% from February 2025, according to CargoFax customs records.
How much did Uruguay export in February 2026?
Uruguay exported US$874 million (FOB) in February 2026, up 5.6% from January 2026 and up 11.4% from February 2025, according to CargoFax customs records.
What does Uruguay import?
In February 2026, Uruguay's largest imports were crude petroleum (HS 2709, US$143 million), passenger cars (HS 8703, US$64.6 million), and refined petroleum fuels (HS 2710, US$52.4 million). The largest HS chapter was mineral fuels and oils, with 19.9% of the total.
What does Uruguay export?
In February 2026, Uruguay's largest exports were beef, frozen (HS 0202, US$171 million), logs (HS 4403, US$71.0 million), and beef, fresh or chilled (HS 0201, US$64.1 million).
Where does Uruguay import from?
The top origin countries for Uruguay's imports in February 2026 were China (22.5%), Brazil (19.4%), and the United States (13.5%), by share of value.
Where does Uruguay export to?
The top destinations for Uruguay's exports in February 2026 were Brazil (18.8%), the United States (12.3%), and China (12.1%).
What is Uruguay's trade balance?
Uruguay recorded a trade deficit of US$177 million in February 2026: exports of US$874 million against imports of US$1.05 billion.
Are Uruguay's imports going up or down?
Uruguay's imports are falling. From December 2025 to February 2026, they totaled US$3.05 billion, down 1.7% from the same months last year. Year to date, Uruguay's imports are down 7.2% from the same period of 2025.
What are Uruguay's main ports of entry?
In February 2026, Uruguay's main points of entry were Montevideo with 44.8%, Customs office 008 with 13.6%, and Carrasco (airport) with 11.8% of imports.
How many companies import into Uruguay?
4,887 distinct importers and 574 distinct exporters appear in Uruguay's customs records for February 2026. Their names are available to subscribers in Atlas Explorer.
Where can I get Uruguay import and export data?
CargoFax publishes this Uruguay trade report free every month. The Uruguay customs records behind it, with company names, HS codes, countries, and ports, are searchable in Atlas Explorer and available in bulk through Files.
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