Medical instruments (other) imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported medical instruments (other) worth $24.5 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). That is 5% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $31.1 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 | $24.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $23.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $24.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $31.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $20.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $16.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $21.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $14.4M | 1.4K t |
Where Uganda imports medical instruments (other) from
Most of the value came from China (45%), United Kingdom (17%), India (6%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+352% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.0M | 45% |
| United Kingdom | $4.1M | 17% |
| India | $1.5M | 6.1% |
| United States | $1.3M | 5.1% |
| Germany | $885K | 3.6% |
| Italy | $840K | 3.4% |
| Pakistan | $829K | 3.4% |
| South Africa | $678K | 2.8% |
| Hong Kong | $585K | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $574K | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.11 per kg, 38% below the world average of $24.26, 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.
Medical instruments (other) exports from Uganda
Exports of medical instruments (other) by Uganda reached $1.1 million in 2024 (89 tonnes). Most of it went to United States (19%), Rwanda (19%), South Sudan (17%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $207K | 19% |
| Rwanda | $205K | 19% |
| South Sudan | $192K | 17% |
| DR Congo | $141K | 13% |
| Zimbabwe | $84K | 7.6% |
| Burundi | $77K | 7% |
| Somalia | $61K | 5.5% |
| Slovakia | $47K | 4.3% |
| Japan | $41K | 3.7% |
| Tanzania | $36K | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda medical instruments (other) imports (HS 9018.90): 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 9018.90: Medical, surgical or dental instruments and appliances: n.e.c. in heading no. 9018.
Common questions
What is the value of medical instruments (other) imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported medical instruments (other) worth $24.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 97th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply medical instruments (other) to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($11.0 million), followed by the United Kingdom (17%) and India (6%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 352% on the year.
What is the average import price of medical instruments (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.11 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $24.26 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of medical instruments (other) to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.4 million in 2017 to $24.5 million in 2024, an increase of 70%. The peak was 2021 at $31.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.1 million a year.
Does Uganda also export medical instruments (other)?
Yes. Uganda exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Rwanda and South Sudan. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $23.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for medical instruments (other)?
The HS code for medical instruments (other) is subheading 9018.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9018 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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