Body parts and accessories imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $3.4 million of body parts and accessories in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). That is 44% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% 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 | $3.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 938 t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 415 t |
| 2019 | $901K | 569 t |
| 2018 | $1000K | 486 t |
| 2017 | $531K | 102 t |
Where Uganda imports body parts and accessories from
The largest suppliers were China (37%), United Arab Emirates (34%), South Africa (13%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+91% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 37% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.1M | 34% |
| South Africa | $439K | 13% |
| Japan | $272K | 8.1% |
| India | $52K | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $46K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $40K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $26K | 0.8% |
| Hong Kong | $24K | 0.7% |
| France | $20K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.28 per kg, 86% below the world average of $9.33, 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.
Body parts and accessories exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $309 thousand of body parts and accessories in 2024 (30 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $190K | 61% |
| Tanzania | $76K | 25% |
| Kenya | $36K | 12% |
| Germany | $4K | 1.2% |
| South Sudan | $2K | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0.4% |
| Nigeria | $1K | 0.2% |
| Burundi | $0K | 0.1% |
| DR Congo | $0K | 0.1% |
| Slovenia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda body parts and accessories imports (HS 8708.29): 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 8708.29: Vehicles: parts and accessories, of bodies, other than safety seat belts.
Common questions
What is the value of body parts and accessories imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported body parts and accessories worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 131st of 223 countries worldwide. The value was up 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply body parts and accessories to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (34%) and South Africa (13%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 570% on the year.
What is the average import price of body parts and accessories per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.28 per kg in 2024, 86% below the world average of $9.33 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of body parts and accessories to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $531 thousand in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, an increase of 533%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
Does Uganda also export body parts and accessories?
Yes. Uganda exported $309 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Tanzania and Kenya. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for body parts and accessories?
The HS code for body parts and accessories is subheading 8708.29. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8708 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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