Steam turbine imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported steam turbine worth $5.6 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). That is 38% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 58% 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 | $5.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $4.1M | 481 t |
| 2022 | $1.5M | 83 t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 131 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 63 t |
| 2019 | $4.9M | 538 t |
| 2018 | $962K | 37 t |
| 2017 | $228K | 11 t |
Where Uganda imports steam turbine from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 93% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $5.2M | 93% |
| China | $346K | 6.1% |
| Slovenia | $31K | 0.6% |
| Japan | $24K | 0.4% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8406
| 8406.82 | Industrial steam turbines (medium power) | 84% |
| 8406.90 | Steam turbine parts | 16% |
| 8406.81 | Industrial steam turbines (high power) | 0.1% |
| 8406.10 | Turbines: steam and other vapour turbines, for marine propulsion | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8406.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.55 per kg, 81% below the world average of $24.06, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda steam turbine imports (HS 8406): 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 8406: Turbines; steam and other vapour turbines.
Common questions
What is the value of steam turbine imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported steam turbine worth $5.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 74th of 183 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply steam turbine to Uganda?
India was the largest supplier with 93% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by China (6%) and Slovenia (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 32% on the year.
What is the average import price of steam turbine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.55 per kg in 2024, 81% below the world average of $24.06 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of steam turbine to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $228 thousand in 2017 to $5.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for steam turbine?
The HS code for steam turbine is heading 8406. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 8406.82 (84% of the value) and 8406.90 (16%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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