Air compressor imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $27.0 million of air compressor in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). That is 130% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 26% 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 | $27.0M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $11.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $10.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $9.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $8.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $8.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $8.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $5.5M | 499 t |
Where Uganda imports air compressor from
The largest suppliers were Italy (41%), China (31%), India (8%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $11.2M | 41% |
| China | $8.3M | 31% |
| India | $2.1M | 7.9% |
| Belgium | $1.7M | 6.2% |
| Germany | $523K | 1.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $389K | 1.4% |
| France | $342K | 1.3% |
| Turkey | $295K | 1.1% |
| Kenya | $294K | 1.1% |
| South Africa | $285K | 1.1% |
Product types under HS 8414
| 8414.80 | Air and gas compressors (other) | 42% |
| 8414.59 | Fans (other types) | 38% |
| 8414.90 | Compressor and fan parts | 5.8% |
| 8414.51 | Small electric fans | 5% |
| 8414.30 | Refrigeration compressors | 4.3% |
| 8414.40 | Portable air compressors | 1.7% |
| 8414.10 | Vacuum pumps | 1.5% |
| 8414.60 | Ventilation hoods | 1.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8414.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.23 per kg, 40% below the world average of $13.71, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Air compressor exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $255 thousand of air compressor in 2024 (127 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Tanzania (20%), DR Congo (19%), Lesotho (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Lesotho grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $51K | 20% |
| DR Congo | $48K | 19% |
| Lesotho | $36K | 14% |
| Kenya | $28K | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $21K | 8.4% |
| Rwanda | $18K | 7% |
| South Sudan | $16K | 6.4% |
| South Africa | $10K | 4.1% |
| China | $8K | 3.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda air compressor imports (HS 8414): 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 8414: Air or vacuum pumps, air or other gas compressors and fans; ventilating or recycling hoods incorporating a fan; gas-tight biological safety cabinets whether or not fitted with filters.
Common questions
What is the value of air compressor imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported air compressor worth $27.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 122nd of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 130% on 2023.
Which countries supply air compressor to Uganda?
Italy was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($11.2 million), followed by China (31%) and India (8%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 77 supplier countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 199% on the year.
What is the average import price of air compressor per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.23 per kg in 2024, 40% below the world average of $13.71 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of air compressor to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.5 million in 2017 to $27.0 million in 2024, an increase of 394%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.2 million a year.
Does Uganda also export air compressor?
Yes. Uganda exported $255 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, the DR Congo and Lesotho. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $26.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for air compressor?
The HS code for air compressor is heading 8414. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 8414.80 (42% of the value) and 8414.59 (38%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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