Alternative chemistry batteries imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported alternative chemistry batteries worth $4.0 million (640 tonnes). That is 90% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 42% 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 | $4.0M | 640 t |
| 2023 | $2.1M | 667 t |
| 2022 | $1.6M | 953 t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 491 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 521 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 541 t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $347K | 4 t |
Where Uganda imports alternative chemistry batteries from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 82% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+173% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.2M | 82% |
| India | $219K | 5.5% |
| Kenya | $212K | 5.3% |
| Germany | $54K | 1.4% |
| Austria | $42K | 1.1% |
| United States | $42K | 1.1% |
| Portugal | $38K | 1% |
| South Africa | $23K | 0.6% |
| Vietnam | $20K | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $20K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.20 per kg, 44% below the world average of $11.10, 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.
Alternative chemistry batteries exports from Uganda
Exports of alternative chemistry batteries by Uganda reached $222 thousand in 2024 (35 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kenya (41%), Tanzania (30%), France (17%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $91K | 41% |
| Tanzania | $67K | 30% |
| France | $37K | 17% |
| Rwanda | $22K | 9.7% |
| DR Congo | $2K | 0.7% |
| Burundi | $1K | 0.6% |
| South Sudan | $1K | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | $1K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0.1% |
| India | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda alternative chemistry batteries imports (HS 8507.80): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 8507.80: Electric accumulators: other than lead-acid, nickel-cadmium, nickel-iron, nickel-metal hydride and lithium-ion, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square).
Common questions
What is the value of alternative chemistry batteries imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported alternative chemistry batteries worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 640 tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 90% on 2023.
Which countries supply alternative chemistry batteries to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by India (6%) and Kenya (5%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 772% on the year.
What is the average import price of alternative chemistry batteries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.20 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $11.10 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of alternative chemistry batteries to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $347 thousand in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
Does Uganda also export alternative chemistry batteries?
Yes. Uganda exported $222 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, Tanzania and France. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for alternative chemistry batteries?
The HS code for alternative chemistry batteries is subheading 8507.80. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8507 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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