Power tool imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $8.5 million of power tool in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). That is 36% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $8.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $6.2M | 895 t |
| 2022 | $7.2M | 914 t |
| 2021 | $7.2M | 903 t |
| 2020 | $5.5M | 763 t |
| 2019 | $4.5M | 613 t |
| 2018 | $7.4M | 719 t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 155 t |
Where Uganda imports power tool from
The largest suppliers were Brazil (41%), China (27%), Sweden (12%). Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest (+381% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $3.4M | 41% |
| China | $2.3M | 27% |
| Sweden | $1.0M | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $471K | 5.6% |
| South Africa | $287K | 3.4% |
| India | $229K | 2.7% |
| Kenya | $142K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $120K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $82K | 1% |
| Switzerland | $44K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 8467
| 8467.81 | Chainsaws with non-electric motors | 57% |
| 8467.29 | Electric hand tools (other types) | 14% |
| 8467.89 | Hand tools with non-electric motors | 9.5% |
| 8467.21 | Electric hand drills | 6.8% |
| 8467.99 | Hand tool parts (other types) | 5.2% |
| 8467.11 | Pneumatic rotary hand tools | 2% |
| 8467.22 | Electric hand saws | 2% |
| 8467.19 | Pneumatic hand tools (non-rotary) | 1.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8467.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.36 per kg, 56% below the world average of $16.84, 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.
Power tool exports from Uganda
In 2024, Uganda exported power tool worth $301 thousand (67 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 87% of it. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+276% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $264K | 88% |
| Rwanda | $24K | 8% |
| Canada | $4K | 1.2% |
| Malaysia | $3K | 1% |
| South Sudan | $2K | 0.6% |
| Australia | $1K | 0.5% |
| India | $1K | 0.4% |
| Kenya | $1K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0.3% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda power tool imports (HS 8467): 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 8467: Tools; for working in the hand, pneumatic, hydraulic or with self-contained electric or non-electric motor.
Common questions
What is the value of power tool imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported power tool worth $8.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 113th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply power tool to Uganda?
Brazil was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by China (27%) and Sweden (12%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 381% on the year.
What is the average import price of power tool per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.36 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $16.84 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of power tool to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $8.5 million in 2024, an increase of 85%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.4 million a year.
Does Uganda also export power tool?
Yes. Uganda exported $301 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Rwanda and Canada. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $8.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for power tool?
The HS code for power tool is heading 8467. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 8467.81 (57% of the value) and 8467.29 (14%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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