Lifting and handling machinery (other) imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of lifting and handling machinery (other) by Uganda reached $6.9 million in 2024 (739 tonnes). Value rose 186% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $6.9M | 739 t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 258 t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 211 t |
| 2021 | $803K | 117 t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 208 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 132 t |
| 2018 | $369K | 72 t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 402 t |
Where Uganda imports lifting and handling machinery (other) from
China alone supplied 78% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+563% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.4M | 78% |
| Netherlands | $736K | 11% |
| India | $147K | 2.1% |
| Spain | $122K | 1.8% |
| Ireland | $119K | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $112K | 1.6% |
| France | $100K | 1.4% |
| Switzerland | $71K | 1% |
| United States | $39K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $33K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.39 per kg, 30% below the world average of $13.32, 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.
Lifting and handling machinery (other) exports from Uganda
In 2024, Uganda exported lifting and handling machinery (other) worth $339 thousand (2 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Kenya accounted for 97% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $330K | 97% |
| DR Congo | $10K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda lifting and handling machinery (other) imports (HS 8428.90): 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 8428.90: Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery: n.e.c. in heading no. 8425, 8426, 8427 or 8428.
Common questions
What is the value of lifting and handling machinery (other) imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported lifting and handling machinery (other) worth $6.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 739 tonnes. That ranks it 94th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 186% on 2023.
Which countries supply lifting and handling machinery (other) to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by the Netherlands (11%) and India (2%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 711% on the year.
What is the average import price of lifting and handling machinery (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.39 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $13.32 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of lifting and handling machinery (other) to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $6.9 million in 2024, an increase of 75%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
Does Uganda also export lifting and handling machinery (other)?
Yes. Uganda exported $339 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya and the DR Congo. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $6.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for lifting and handling machinery (other)?
The HS code for lifting and handling machinery (other) is subheading 8428.90. 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 8428 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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