Portable computers imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $55.8 million of portable computers in 2024 (373 tonnes). Value rose 183% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% 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 | $55.8M | 373 t |
| 2023 | $19.7M | 146 t |
| 2022 | $25.3M | 133 t |
| 2021 | $27.5M | 167 t |
| 2020 | $18.4M | 140 t |
| 2019 | $12.7M | 110 t |
| 2018 | $15.9M | 128 t |
| 2017 | $9.6M | 45 t |
Where Uganda imports portable computers from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $38.7M | 70% |
| Hong Kong | $12.7M | 23% |
| United States | $1.1M | 2% |
| Denmark | $626K | 1.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $601K | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | $588K | 1.1% |
| Thailand | $471K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $189K | 0.3% |
| South Korea | $144K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $121K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $149.56 per kg, 47% below the world average of $279.80, 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.
Portable computers exports from Uganda
In 2024, Uganda exported portable computers worth $2.4 million (20 tonnes). Most of it went to Central African Republic (47%), DR Congo (15%), Rwanda (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Burundi grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Central African Republic | $1.1M | 47% |
| DR Congo | $352K | 15% |
| Rwanda | $320K | 13% |
| Burundi | $244K | 10% |
| Tanzania | $218K | 9.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $82K | 3.4% |
| Kenya | $17K | 0.7% |
| China | $10K | 0.4% |
| Denmark | $9K | 0.4% |
| South Africa | $7K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda portable computers imports (HS 8471.30): 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 8471.30: Automatic data processing machines: portable, weighing not more than 10kg, consisting of at least a central processing unit, a keyboard and a display.
Common questions
What is the value of portable computers imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported portable computers worth $55.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 373 tonnes. That ranks it 84th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 183% on 2023.
Which countries supply portable computers to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($38.7 million), followed by Hong Kong (23%) and the United States (2%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 67 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 166% on the year.
What is the average import price of portable computers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $149.56 per kg in 2024, 47% below the world average of $279.80 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of portable computers to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.6 million in 2017 to $55.8 million in 2024, an increase of 479%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $23.1 million a year.
Does Uganda also export portable computers?
Yes. Uganda exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Central African Republic, the DR Congo and Rwanda. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $53.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for portable computers?
The HS code for portable computers is subheading 8471.30. 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 8471 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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