Desktop computers imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of desktop computers by Uganda reached $2.3 million in 2024 (33 tonnes). Value rose 26% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $5.0 million.
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 | $2.3M | 33 t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 21 t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 27 t |
| 2021 | $2.0M | 25 t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 65 t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 56 t |
| 2018 | $4.6M | 40 t |
| 2017 | $703K | 5 t |
Where Uganda imports desktop computers from
The largest suppliers were China (39%), Czech Republic (18%), Denmark (13%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+565% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $879K | 39% |
| Czech Republic | $418K | 18% |
| Denmark | $287K | 13% |
| United States | $223K | 9.8% |
| Turkey | $109K | 4.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $73K | 3.2% |
| Canada | $48K | 2.1% |
| Germany | $36K | 1.6% |
| Kenya | $33K | 1.4% |
| India | $27K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $69.84 per kg, 38% below the world average of $113.21, 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.
Desktop computers exports from Uganda
In 2024, Uganda exported desktop computers worth $275 thousand (7 tonnes). Rwanda alone took 93% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+303% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $256K | 93% |
| United States | $15K | 5.6% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $1K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0.1% |
| DR Congo | $0K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda desktop computers imports (HS 8471.41): 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 8471.41: Automatic data processing machines: comprising in the same housing at least a central processing unit and an input and output unit, whether or not combined, n.e.c. in item no. 8471.30.
Common questions
What is the value of desktop computers imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported desktop computers worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 33 tonnes. That ranks it 124th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply desktop computers to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($879 thousand), followed by the Czech Republic (18%) and Denmark (13%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 565% on the year.
What is the average import price of desktop computers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $69.84 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $113.21 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of desktop computers to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $703 thousand in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, an increase of 224%. The peak was 2020 at $5.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
Does Uganda also export desktop computers?
Yes. Uganda exported $275 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Rwanda, the United States and South Africa. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for desktop computers?
The HS code for desktop computers is subheading 8471.41. 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.
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