Ukraine's Imports Hit $49.3 Billion in Six Months — China Leads Among Top Suppliers.

Ukraine's Foreign Trade Performance (January–June 2026)

According to Мінфін — Крипто/Фінанси: In the first half of 2026, Ukraine recorded substantial trade flows, with imports totaling $49.3 billion and exports reaching $21 billion. These figures highlight the country's active engagement in international trade.

Breakdown of Imports and Exports

Of the $49.3 billion in imported goods, $34.6 billion was subject to taxation, meaning 70% of all imports were taxable. The average tax burden on taxable imports during this period stood at $0.58 per kilogram.

• The largest volumes of goods imported into Ukraine came from:
  • China — $13.9 billion
  • Poland — $4.7 billion
  • Germany — $3.2 billion
• Key import categories included:
  • Machinery, equipment, and transport — $21.3 billion (72% of total imports)
  • Fuel and energy products — $7.4 billion
  • Chemical industry products — $6.9 billion

Customs clearance for these imports generated 120.6 billion UAH in budget revenue. Fuel and energy goods, valued at $7.4 billion, contributed 148.3 billion UAH in taxes, while chemical products worth $6.9 billion brought in 56.8 billion UAH.

On the export side, Ukraine shipped $21 billion worth of goods abroad. The top destinations were:

• Poland — $2.4 billion
• Turkey — $1.8 billion
• Italy — $1.3 billion

Food products accounted for $12.5 billion of exports, metals and metal goods for $2.2 billion, and machinery, equipment, and transport for $1.8 billion. Export customs duties yielded 802.3 million UAH in revenue.

Overall, Ukraine's foreign trade results for the first half of 2026 reflect significant import and export volumes, underscoring the country's active role in global markets. These numbers also suggest that Ukraine continues to deepen its integration into the world economy despite ongoing challenges.

The data points to Ukraine's sustained efforts to strengthen trade ties, particularly with European and Asian partners, which bodes well for future economic growth.

With Europe and Asia remaining Ukraine's primary trade partners, the country appears to be solidifying its commercial relationships and exploring new export opportunities. Maintaining this momentum will be crucial for improving the overall economic outlook.