Non-motorized vehicles (other) imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of non-motorized vehicles (other) by Uganda reached $2.5 million in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $4.0 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 | $2.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $2.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $665K | 307 t |
Where Uganda imports non-motorized vehicles (other) from
Kenya alone supplied 92% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $2.3M | 92% |
| China | $123K | 4.9% |
| India | $27K | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $9K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $6K | 0.2% |
| United States | $4K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $4K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.32 per kg, 73% below the world average of $4.90, 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.
Non-motorized vehicles (other) exports from Uganda
In 2024, Uganda exported non-motorized vehicles (other) worth $992 thousand (512 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were South Sudan (45%), Kenya (40%), DR Congo (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+73% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Sudan | $443K | 45% |
| Kenya | $400K | 40% |
| DR Congo | $95K | 9.6% |
| Rwanda | $53K | 5.3% |
| Ukraine | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda non-motorized vehicles (other) imports (HS 8716.80): 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 8716.80: Vehicles: n.e.c. in heading no. 8716.
Common questions
What is the value of non-motorized vehicles (other) imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported non-motorized vehicles (other) worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 103rd of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply non-motorized vehicles (other) to Uganda?
Kenya was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by China (5%) and India (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 50% on the year.
What is the average import price of non-motorized vehicles (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.32 per kg in 2024, 73% below the world average of $4.90 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of non-motorized vehicles (other) to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $665 thousand in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 275%. The peak was 2021 at $4.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
Does Uganda also export non-motorized vehicles (other)?
Yes. Uganda exported $992 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Sudan, Kenya and the DR Congo. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for non-motorized vehicles (other)?
The HS code for non-motorized vehicles (other) is subheading 8716.80. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8716 page.
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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