Computer input/output units imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $2.6 million of computer input/output units in 2024 (80 tonnes). That is 14% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $2.6M | 80 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 66 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 64 t |
| 2021 | $1.9M | 64 t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 68 t |
| 2019 | $1.4M | 41 t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 48 t |
| 2017 | $674K | 8 t |
Where Uganda imports computer input/output units from
The largest suppliers were India (40%), China (30%), Indonesia (5%). Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.0M | 41% |
| China | $775K | 30% |
| Indonesia | $131K | 5.1% |
| Philippines | $127K | 5% |
| United States | $81K | 3.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $69K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $60K | 2.3% |
| Denmark | $48K | 1.9% |
| South Africa | $46K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $34K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $32.21 per kg, 33% below the world average of $47.91, 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.
Computer input/output units exports from Uganda
Exports of computer input/output units by Uganda reached $468 thousand in 2024 (74 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Sudan accounted for 86% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Sudan | $403K | 86% |
| United Arab Emirates | $45K | 9.7% |
| DR Congo | $17K | 3.6% |
| Kenya | $1K | 0.2% |
| Nigeria | $1K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0.1% |
| Burundi | $0K | 0.1% |
| Sweden | $0K | 0% |
| Australia | $0K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda computer input/output units imports (HS 8471.60): 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 8471.60: Units of automatic data processing machines: input or output units, whether or not containing storage units in the same housing.
Common questions
What is the value of computer input/output units imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported computer input/output units worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 80 tonnes. That ranks it 109th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer input/output units to Uganda?
India was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by China (30%) and Indonesia (5%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 447% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer input/output units per kg?
The average declared import value was about $32.21 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $47.91 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of computer input/output units to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $674 thousand in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 280%. The peak was 2023 at $3.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
Does Uganda also export computer input/output units?
Yes. Uganda exported $468 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Sudan, the United Arab Emirates and the DR Congo. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for computer input/output units?
The HS code for computer input/output units is subheading 8471.60. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8471 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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