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Uganda
3.8
Arua Park, Kampala
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Business Description
BHD Africa – Ethical Trade, Premium Exports
Company Overview: BHD Africa is a Uganda-based export company specializing in high-quality agricultural commodities sourced from trusted cooperatives and smallholder networks. We combine operational excellence with strategic storytelling to deliver ethically sourced products to global markets.
🏆 Core Export Portfolio
1📑 Coffee (Arabica & Robusta)
- Origin: Uganda Highlands (1,400–1,800m altitude)
- Grades: Specialty Arabica, Screen 18 Robusta
- Processing: Washed, sun-dried, hand-sorted
- Certifications: Organic, Fairtrade, Rainforest Alliance (available)
- Packaging: Vacuum-sealed bags, export-grade sacks
- Cupping Profile: Floral aroma, red berry notes, bright acidity
- Markets: UAE, EU, Japan, South Korea
2💳 Pulses (Green & Red Lentils)
- Moisture Content: Below 14%
- Shelf Life: Minimum 12 months
- Packaging: 25–50kg woven bags or bulk container load
- Compliance: Phytosanitary certificate, SGS inspection available
- Quality: Grade A, uniform size, free from stones and foreign matter
- Varieties: Green lentils, red lentils, chickpeas, yellow peas, black-eyed peas, kidney beans, cowpeas, pigeon peas, mung beans, soybeans
- Processing: Cleaned, sorted, and dried to optimal moisture levels
- Certifications: Organic and Fairtrade available on request
- Storage: Stored in hygienic, pest-free warehouses
- Markets: Dubai, India, Pakistan, COMESA region
- Additional Services: Custom packaging and private labeling available upon request
3📨 Cocoa Beans
- Origin: Western Uganda (Bundibugyo, Hoima)
- Type: Fermented, sun-dried premium cocoa
- Certifications: Organic, UTZ, Fairtrade (on request)
- Packaging: Jute bags, 60kg standard export units
- Traceability: Cooperative-level sourcing with impact stories
- Markets: EU, Japan, UAE
4🌳 Horticulture & Oilseeds (Fresh Produce & Sesame Seeds)
- Products: Avocados, mangoes, hot peppers, pineapples, passion fruit, papaya, ginger, turmeric, fresh herbs (basil, coriander), sesame seeds
- Growing Method: Organic and conventional options
- Packaging: Crates, cartons, cold chain ready
- Seasonality: January–May (avocados), June–September (mangoes)
- Markets: UAE, Netherlands, Germany, Qatar
- Quality: Premium grade, handpicked for freshness and size consistency
- Certifications: GlobalGAP and Organic certifications available
- Post-Harvest Handling: Cold chain management to ensure freshness during transit
- Additional Services: Customized packaging solutions and export-ready labeling
📋 Compliance & Documentation
- Phytosanitary Certificate
- Certificate of Origin
- Export License
- SGS Inspection Reports
- Organic & Fairtrade Certifications (where applicable)
🤝 Why Partner with BHD Africa?
- Ethical sourcing and full traceability
- Competitive pricing and consistent quality
- Responsive buyer engagement and documentation support
- Strategic adaptability to global market trends
📨 Contact Information
Hassan Ddungu Export Lead – BHD Africa 📧 bhdafrica@gmail.com 📞 +256 785 139 819 🌍 Kampala, Uganda
- LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hassanddungu
Trade Capabilities
Business Terms
Preferred Payment Term:
T/T
Preferred Trade Term:
CIF
Port Of Loading:
Not specified
Accepted Currency:
USD
Trade Ability
Annual Revenue Amount:
Annual revenue of Less than USD 1M
Numbers Of Employees:
Not specified
Certificates:
certificate of incorporation
Avg Response Time:
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BHD Africa uses T/T (bank transfer) as payment method, which is common but requires strong trust between buyer and seller. CIF terms mean the seller covers shipping and insurance to the destination port — this shifts risk to the buyer upon arrival. The port of shipment is not specified, which can create delays or confusion in logistics planning. Buyers should confirm the exact port before placing orders to avoid shipment issues. BHD Africa has a yearly revenue below $1, which suggests they may operate on a very small scale or serve niche markets. Their only compliance standard is a certificate of incorporation, which is a basic legal document and does not indicate strong industry-specific quality or safety standards. The average inquiry response time is 577 hours — over 24 days — which is unusually slow and could delay buyer decisions. This slow response may reflect limited operational capacity or lack of dedicated customer service, raising concerns about reliability for time-sensitive trade deals.
Products / Services Offered
BHD Africa offers both agriculture and food & beverage products, which are in high demand across Africa, and metals and minerals, which are essential for construction and manufacturing. This dual focus allows them to serve a wide range of buyers from food processing to industrial supply chains. Buyers looking for diversified sourcing options should consider BHD Africa as a potential partner for both daily consumer goods and raw materials.
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Export Countries
Germany
Singapore
Uganda
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
Western Europe
40%
Southeast Asia
20%
East Africa
20%
Middle East
20%
BHD Africa operates in 5 countries across 4 regions, with a balanced presence in Western Europe (40%, 2 countries) and the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and East Africa each at 20% (1 country each). The equal distribution across regions suggests a diversified but geographically spread strategy, avoiding over-reliance on any single market. This balanced approach may support stable revenue streams across different economic and regulatory environments.
Certificate
A certificate of incorporation is a basic legal document that proves a company exists and is legally registered. While it shows the company is officially formed, it does not confirm product quality, safety, or compliance with international trade standards. For buyers, this means additional verification of quality or compliance certifications is needed before trusting the supplier with large orders.
