Motorcycle and bicycle parts imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of motorcycle and bicycle parts by Uganda reached $17.5 million in 2024 (13.0 thousand tonnes). Value fell 3% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $17.5M | 13.0K t |
| 2023 | $18.1M | 13.2K t |
| 2022 | $14.3M | 10.9K t |
| 2021 | $20.1M | 11.6K t |
| 2020 | $18.7M | 12.6K t |
| 2019 | $13.6M | 11.5K t |
| 2018 | $17.9M | 14.2K t |
| 2017 | $12.4M | 6.1K t |
Where Uganda imports motorcycle and bicycle parts from
China alone supplied 55% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.7M | 55% |
| India | $6.8M | 39% |
| United Arab Emirates | $421K | 2.4% |
| South Africa | $156K | 0.9% |
| Japan | $133K | 0.8% |
| Kenya | $132K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $86K | 0.5% |
| United States | $13K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $7K | 0% |
| Turkey | $5K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8714
| 8714.99 | Bicycle parts (other) | 38% |
| 8714.10 | Motorcycle parts | 27% |
| 8714.93 | Bicycle hubs and sprockets | 11% |
| 8714.91 | Bicycle frames and forks | 7.1% |
| 8714.92 | Bicycle wheels and rims | 6.2% |
| 8714.96 | Bicycle pedals and cranks | 5.4% |
| 8714.94 | Bicycle brakes | 4.8% |
| 8714.95 | Bicycle saddles | 1.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8714.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.34 per kg, 87% below the world average of $10.71, 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.
Motorcycle and bicycle parts exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $2.1 million of motorcycle and bicycle parts in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). DR Congo alone took 53% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+230% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda motorcycle and bicycle parts imports (HS 8714): 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 8714: Vehicles; parts and accessories of heading no. 8711 to 8713.
Common questions
What is the value of motorcycle and bicycle parts imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported motorcycle and bicycle parts worth $17.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 90th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply motorcycle and bicycle parts to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($9.7 million), followed by India (39%) and the United Arab Emirates (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 349% on the year.
What is the average import price of motorcycle and bicycle parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.34 per kg in 2024, 87% below the world average of $10.71 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of motorcycle and bicycle parts to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.4 million in 2017 to $17.5 million in 2024, an increase of 42%. The peak was 2021 at $20.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.6 million a year.
Does Uganda also export motorcycle and bicycle parts?
Yes. Uganda exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Kenya and South Sudan. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $15.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for motorcycle and bicycle parts?
The HS code for motorcycle and bicycle parts is heading 8714. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 8714.99 (38% of the value) and 8714.10 (27%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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