Lithium-ion batteries imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported lithium-ion batteries worth $18.7 million (997 tonnes). Value fell 27% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 39% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $30.7 million.
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 | $18.7M | 997 t |
| 2023 | $25.6M | 767 t |
| 2022 | $30.7M | 759 t |
| 2021 | $16.1M | 408 t |
| 2020 | $7.4M | 215 t |
| 2019 | $4.5M | 140 t |
| 2018 | $4.2M | 92 t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 26 t |
Where Uganda imports lithium-ion batteries from
China alone supplied 59% of it. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+486% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.1M | 59% |
| Vietnam | $3.9M | 21% |
| Sweden | $2.1M | 11% |
| South Africa | $804K | 4.3% |
| Namibia | $306K | 1.6% |
| Kenya | $271K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $110K | 0.6% |
| Austria | $38K | 0.2% |
| India | $30K | 0.2% |
| United States | $25K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.72 per kg, 41% below the world average of $31.77, 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.
Lithium-ion batteries exports from Uganda
Exports of lithium-ion batteries by Uganda reached $460 thousand in 2024 (20 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Tanzania accounted for 65% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $301K | 65% |
| South Sudan | $93K | 20% |
| Rwanda | $52K | 11% |
| Burundi | $10K | 2.1% |
| DR Congo | $3K | 0.7% |
| Burkina Faso | $1K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0.1% |
| Central African Republic | $0K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda lithium-ion batteries imports (HS 8507.60): 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 8507.60: Electric accumulators: lithium-ion, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square).
Common questions
What is the value of lithium-ion batteries imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported lithium-ion batteries worth $18.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 997 tonnes. That ranks it 89th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply lithium-ion batteries to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($11.1 million), followed by Vietnam (21%) and Sweden (11%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 486% on the year.
What is the average import price of lithium-ion batteries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.72 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $31.77 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of lithium-ion batteries to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $18.7 million in 2024, an increase of 906%. The peak was 2022 at $30.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.6 million a year.
Does Uganda also export lithium-ion batteries?
Yes. Uganda exported $460 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, South Sudan and Rwanda. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $18.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for lithium-ion batteries?
The HS code for lithium-ion batteries is subheading 8507.60. 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 8507 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Uganda. Tell us your product to see it live.
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