Heat treatment machinery (other) imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of heat treatment machinery (other) by Uganda reached $15.8 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). That is 91% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% 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 | $15.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $8.3M | 431 t |
| 2022 | $7.9M | 459 t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 802 t |
| 2020 | $6.7M | 589 t |
| 2019 | $3.3M | 286 t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 393 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 101 t |
Where Uganda imports heat treatment machinery (other) from
China alone supplied 60% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.5M | 60% |
| India | $2.3M | 15% |
| Italy | $1.7M | 11% |
| Germany | $643K | 4.1% |
| South Africa | $504K | 3.2% |
| United States | $314K | 2% |
| Malaysia | $186K | 1.2% |
| France | $184K | 1.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $171K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $64K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.63 per kg, 35% below the world average of $22.61, 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.
Heat treatment machinery (other) exports from Uganda
In 2024, Uganda exported heat treatment machinery (other) worth $217 thousand (22 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Burundi accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+801% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Burundi | $196K | 90% |
| Tanzania | $13K | 6.2% |
| South Sudan | $5K | 2.2% |
| DR Congo | $2K | 1% |
| Angola | $0K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda heat treatment machinery (other) imports (HS 8419.89): 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 8419.89: Machinery, plant and laboratory equipment: for treating materials by change of temperature, other than for making hot drinks or cooking or heating food.
Common questions
What is the value of heat treatment machinery (other) imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported heat treatment machinery (other) worth $15.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 91% on 2023.
Which countries supply heat treatment machinery (other) to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($9.5 million), followed by India (14%) and Italy (11%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 174% on the year.
What is the average import price of heat treatment machinery (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.63 per kg in 2024, 35% below the world average of $22.61 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of heat treatment machinery (other) to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $15.8 million in 2024, an increase of 514%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.8 million a year.
Does Uganda also export heat treatment machinery (other)?
Yes. Uganda exported $217 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burundi, Tanzania and South Sudan. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $15.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for heat treatment machinery (other)?
The HS code for heat treatment machinery (other) is subheading 8419.89. 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 8419 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Uganda reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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