Engine parts imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $5.7 million of engine parts in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $5.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $4.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $4.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $5.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $4.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 392 t |
Where Uganda imports engine parts from
The largest suppliers were China (46%), India (16%), South Africa (14%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+89% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.6M | 46% |
| India | $900K | 16% |
| South Africa | $819K | 15% |
| United Arab Emirates | $277K | 4.9% |
| United States | $194K | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $114K | 2% |
| Turkey | $89K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $86K | 1.5% |
| France | $82K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $72K | 1.3% |
Product types under HS 8409
| 8409.91 | Gasoline engine parts | 62% |
| 8409.99 | Diesel engine parts | 38% |
| 8409.10 | Aircraft engine parts | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8409.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.84 per kg, 72% below the world average of $13.50, 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.
Engine parts exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $490 thousand of engine parts in 2024 (37 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Kenya accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+86% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $368K | 75% |
| DR Congo | $57K | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $28K | 5.7% |
| Rwanda | $10K | 2.1% |
| Canada | $7K | 1.3% |
| South Sudan | $5K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $5K | 1% |
| Nigeria | $4K | 0.9% |
| Norway | $4K | 0.8% |
| Tanzania | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda engine parts imports (HS 8409): 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 8409: Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the engines of heading no. 8407 or 8408.
Common questions
What is the value of engine parts imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported engine parts worth $5.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 152nd of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply engine parts to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by India (16%) and South Africa (14%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 97% on the year.
What is the average import price of engine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.84 per kg in 2024, 72% below the world average of $13.50 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of engine parts to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $5.7 million in 2024, an increase of 46%. The peak was 2023 at $5.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.9 million a year.
Does Uganda also export engine parts?
Yes. Uganda exported $490 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, the DR Congo and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $5.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for engine parts?
The HS code for engine parts is heading 8409. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 8409.91 (62% of the value) and 8409.99 (38%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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