Measuring instruments imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of measuring instruments by Uganda reached $6.6 million in 2024 (130 tonnes). That is 47% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $6.6M | 130 t |
| 2023 | $4.5M | 159 t |
| 2022 | $8.0M | 155 t |
| 2021 | $5.2M | 116 t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 73 t |
| 2019 | $8.2M | 160 t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 95 t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 25 t |
Where Uganda imports measuring instruments from
The largest suppliers were China (29%), Switzerland (16%), United States (14%). Among the main suppliers, Finland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.9M | 29% |
| Switzerland | $1.0M | 16% |
| United States | $918K | 14% |
| Germany | $773K | 12% |
| South Africa | $436K | 6.6% |
| India | $284K | 4.3% |
| United Kingdom | $234K | 3.5% |
| Finland | $170K | 2.6% |
| Georgia | $139K | 2.1% |
| Italy | $87K | 1.3% |
Product types under HS 9031
| 9031.80 | Precision measuring instruments | 47% |
| 9031.49 | Optical measurement instrument | 39% |
| 9031.90 | Measurement device parts | 9.9% |
| 9031.10 | Machine balancing equipment | 2.8% |
| 9031.20 | Test benches | 0.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9031.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $51.03 per kg, 44% below the world average of $90.86, 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.
Measuring instruments exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $529 thousand of measuring instruments in 2024 (4 tonnes). Most of it went to Burundi (36%), Kenya (18%), Rwanda (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Austria grew fastest (+429% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Burundi | $191K | 36% |
| Kenya | $97K | 18% |
| Rwanda | $30K | 5.6% |
| Austria | $28K | 5.2% |
| France | $25K | 4.7% |
| United Kingdom | $23K | 4.4% |
| South Africa | $22K | 4.2% |
| Namibia | $20K | 3.8% |
| Portugal | $17K | 3.3% |
| China | $15K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda measuring instruments imports (HS 9031): 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 9031: Measuring or checking instruments, appliances and machines, n.e.c. or included in this chapter; profile projectors.
Common questions
What is the value of measuring instruments imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported measuring instruments worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 130 tonnes. That ranks it 116th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 47% on 2023.
Which countries supply measuring instruments to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Switzerland (16%) and the United States (14%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 58 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 919% on the year.
What is the average import price of measuring instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $51.03 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $90.86 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of measuring instruments to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024, an increase of 102%. The peak was 2019 at $8.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.3 million a year.
Does Uganda also export measuring instruments?
Yes. Uganda exported $529 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burundi, Kenya and Rwanda. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $6.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for measuring instruments?
The HS code for measuring instruments is heading 9031. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 9031.80 (47% of the value) and 9031.49 (39%).
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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