Gasoline engine parts imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $3.5 million of gasoline engine parts in 2024 (985 tonnes). That is 6% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $3.5M | 985 t |
| 2023 | $3.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 927 t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 837 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 730 t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 748 t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 174 t |
Where Uganda imports gasoline engine parts from
China alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+108% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.8M | 52% |
| South Africa | $756K | 22% |
| India | $489K | 14% |
| United Arab Emirates | $152K | 4.3% |
| Russia | $48K | 1.4% |
| France | $33K | 1% |
| Sweden | $32K | 0.9% |
| Japan | $29K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $26K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $23K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.57 per kg, 75% below the world average of $14.18, 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.
Gasoline engine parts exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $390 thousand of gasoline engine parts in 2024 (17 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Kenya accounted for 88% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+403% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $344K | 88% |
| DR Congo | $25K | 6.3% |
| Rwanda | $10K | 2.6% |
| Canada | $7K | 1.7% |
| Norway | $4K | 1% |
| South Sudan | $1K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda gasoline engine parts imports (HS 8409.91): 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 8409.91: Engines: parts, suitable for use solely or principally with spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines (for other than aircraft).
Common questions
What is the value of gasoline engine parts imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported gasoline engine parts worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 985 tonnes. That ranks it 118th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply gasoline engine parts to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by South Africa (22%) and India (14%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 395% on the year.
What is the average import price of gasoline engine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.57 per kg in 2024, 75% below the world average of $14.18 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of gasoline engine parts to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 123%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
Does Uganda also export gasoline engine parts?
Yes. Uganda exported $390 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, the DR Congo and Rwanda. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for gasoline engine parts?
The HS code for gasoline engine parts is subheading 8409.91. 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 8409 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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