Mineral crushing and grinding machines imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported mineral crushing and grinding machines worth $13.6 million (4.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 32% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $19.8 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 | $13.6M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $19.8M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $16.4M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $6.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $6.9M | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $3.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $7.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 346 t |
Where Uganda imports mineral crushing and grinding machines from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 57% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.8M | 58% |
| India | $5.1M | 38% |
| United Kingdom | $228K | 1.7% |
| Kenya | $202K | 1.5% |
| South Africa | $84K | 0.6% |
| Turkey | $64K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $31K | 0.2% |
| Switzerland | $28K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $15K | 0.1% |
| Tanzania | $5K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.14 per kg, 52% below the world average of $6.56, 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.
Mineral crushing and grinding machines exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $2.5 million of mineral crushing and grinding machines in 2024 (467 tonnes). Nigeria alone took 83% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+469% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda mineral crushing and grinding machines imports (HS 8474.20): 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 8474.20: Machines: for crushing or grinding earth, stone, ores or other mineral substances.
Common questions
What is the value of mineral crushing and grinding machines imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported mineral crushing and grinding machines worth $13.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 68th of 208 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply mineral crushing and grinding machines to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($7.8 million), followed by India (38%) and the United Kingdom (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 330% on the year.
What is the average import price of mineral crushing and grinding machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.14 per kg in 2024, 52% below the world average of $6.56 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of mineral crushing and grinding machines to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $13.6 million in 2024, an increase of 473%. The peak was 2023 at $19.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.6 million a year.
Does Uganda also export mineral crushing and grinding machines?
Yes. Uganda exported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Tanzania and Lesotho. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $11.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for mineral crushing and grinding machines?
The HS code for mineral crushing and grinding machines is subheading 8474.20. 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 8474 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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