Optical measurement instrument imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of optical measurement instrument by Uganda reached $2.6 million in 2024 (16 tonnes). Value rose 450% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 39% 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 | $2.6M | 16 t |
| 2023 | $471K | 6 t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 7 t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 13 t |
| 2020 | $604K | 4 t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 8 t |
| 2018 | $338K | 9 t |
| 2017 | $265K | 1 t |
Where Uganda imports optical measurement instrument from
The largest suppliers were Switzerland (40%), United States (23%), Germany (19%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $1.0M | 40% |
| United States | $589K | 23% |
| Germany | $492K | 19% |
| Georgia | $139K | 5.4% |
| Finland | $135K | 5.2% |
| China | $101K | 3.9% |
| Austria | $27K | 1% |
| Italy | $22K | 0.9% |
| South Africa | $21K | 0.8% |
| India | $11K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $166.29 per kg, 51% above the world average of $110.20. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda optical measurement instrument imports (HS 9031.49): 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 9031.49: Optical instruments and appliances: for measuring or checking, n.e.c. in chapter 90.
Common questions
What is the value of optical measurement instrument imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported optical measurement instrument worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16 tonnes. That ranks it 87th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 450% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical measurement instrument to Uganda?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by the United States (23%) and Germany (19%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 331% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical measurement instrument per kg?
The average declared import value was about $166.29 per kg in 2024, 51% above the world average of $110.20 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of optical measurement instrument to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $265 thousand in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 879%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical measurement instrument?
The HS code for optical measurement instrument is subheading 9031.49. 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 9031 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Uganda. Tell us your product to see it live.
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