Rock drill bits (non-cermet) imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported rock drill bits (non-cermet) worth $2.8 million (144 tonnes). That is 6% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $2.8M | 144 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 154 t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 72 t |
| 2021 | $570K | 28 t |
| 2020 | $439K | 51 t |
| 2019 | $669K | 72 t |
| 2018 | $650K | 62 t |
| 2017 | $701K | 121 t |
Where Uganda imports rock drill bits (non-cermet) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+732% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.2M | 77% |
| Italy | $283K | 10% |
| United States | $187K | 6.7% |
| India | $123K | 4.4% |
| France | $17K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $16K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $8K | 0.3% |
| Australia | $6K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.54 per kg, close to the world average of $16.65.
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 rock drill bits (non-cermet) imports (HS 8207.19): 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 8207.19: Tools, interchangeable: rock drilling or earth boring tools, with working part (other than of cermets), whether or not power operated, including parts.
Common questions
What is the value of rock drill bits (non-cermet) imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported rock drill bits (non-cermet) worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 144 tonnes. That ranks it 92nd of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply rock drill bits (non-cermet) to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 77% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Italy (10%) and the United States (7%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 732% on the year.
What is the average import price of rock drill bits (non-cermet) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.54 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $16.65 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of rock drill bits (non-cermet) to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $701 thousand in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, an increase of 300%. The peak was 2023 at $3.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for rock drill bits (non-cermet)?
The HS code for rock drill bits (non-cermet) is subheading 8207.19. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8207 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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