Padlocks imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $6.1 million of padlocks in 2024 (3.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 12% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $6.1M | 3.8K t |
| 2023 | $5.4M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $4.4M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $4.9M | 3.1K t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 3.1K t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 309 t |
Where Uganda imports padlocks from
China alone supplied 90% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.4M | 90% |
| India | $107K | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $72K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $71K | 1.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $67K | 1.1% |
| Denmark | $49K | 0.8% |
| South Africa | $41K | 0.7% |
| Canada | $36K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $32K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $28K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 8301
| 8301.10 | Key padlocks | 65% |
| 8301.40 | Door locks | 12% |
| 8301.60 | Lock parts | 9.4% |
| 8301.30 | Furniture locks | 5.6% |
| 8301.50 | Latch clasps | 5.2% |
| 8301.20 | Vehicle locks | 1.3% |
| 8301.70 | Metal keys | 1.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8301.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.61 per kg, 87% below the world average of $12.53, 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.
Padlocks exports from Uganda
In 2024, Uganda exported padlocks worth $313 thousand (142 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Finland accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda padlocks imports (HS 8301): 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 8301: Padlocks and locks (key, combination, electrically operated) of base metal; clasps and frames with clasps incorporating locks, of base metal, keys for any or the foregoing articles, of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of padlocks imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported padlocks worth $6.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 117th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply padlocks to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by India (2%) and Turkey (1%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 120% on the year.
What is the average import price of padlocks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.61 per kg in 2024, 87% below the world average of $12.53 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of padlocks to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $6.1 million in 2024, an increase of 192%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
Does Uganda also export padlocks?
Yes. Uganda exported $313 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Finland, Kenya and the DR Congo. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $5.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for padlocks?
The HS code for padlocks is heading 8301. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 8301.10 (65% of the value) and 8301.40 (12%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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