Electrical switching apparatus (other) imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported electrical switching apparatus (other) worth $5.8 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). That is 26% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $5.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 953 t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 643 t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 567 t |
| 2020 | $3.5M | 626 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 949 t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 599 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 101 t |
Where Uganda imports electrical switching apparatus (other) from
China alone supplied 64% of it. Among the main suppliers, Serbia grew fastest (+195% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.7M | 65% |
| India | $710K | 12% |
| Serbia | $303K | 5.2% |
| Poland | $270K | 4.7% |
| Germany | $75K | 1.3% |
| France | $66K | 1.1% |
| South Africa | $64K | 1.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $62K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $60K | 1% |
| Egypt | $56K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.12 per kg, 86% below the world average of $35.57, 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.
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The shipment records behind Uganda electrical switching apparatus (other) imports (HS 8536.90): 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 8536.90: Electrical apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for switching or protecting electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts.
Common questions
What is the value of electrical switching apparatus (other) imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported electrical switching apparatus (other) worth $5.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 118th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply electrical switching apparatus (other) to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by India (12%) and Serbia (5%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 373% on the year.
What is the average import price of electrical switching apparatus (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.12 per kg in 2024, 86% below the world average of $35.57 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of electrical switching apparatus (other) to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $5.8 million in 2024, an increase of 231%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrical switching apparatus (other)?
The HS code for electrical switching apparatus (other) is subheading 8536.90. 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 8536 page.
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