Trailers imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported trailers worth $24.6 million (9.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 20% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% 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 | $24.6M | 9.6K t |
| 2023 | $20.5M | 8.9K t |
| 2022 | $16.0M | 7.1K t |
| 2021 | $18.8M | 6.8K t |
| 2020 | $14.9M | 9.7K t |
| 2019 | $15.5M | 7.4K t |
| 2018 | $18.4M | 7.5K t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 1.1K t |
Where Uganda imports trailers from
China alone supplied 58% of it. Among the main suppliers, Tanzania grew fastest (+546% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.2M | 58% |
| Kenya | $6.2M | 25% |
| Tanzania | $1.9M | 7.7% |
| India | $762K | 3.1% |
| Argentina | $488K | 2% |
| Turkey | $311K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $225K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $129K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $117K | 0.5% |
| United States | $38K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 8716
| 8716.40 | Trailers (other types) | 43% |
| 8716.39 | General cargo trailers | 36% |
| 8716.80 | Non-motorized vehicles (other) | 10% |
| 8716.20 | Agricultural loader trailers | 4.5% |
| 8716.31 | Tanker trailers | 3.8% |
| 8716.10 | Caravan trailers | 1.5% |
| 8716.90 | Trailer parts | 1.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8716.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.57 per kg, 42% below the world average of $4.45, 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.
Trailers exports from Uganda
Exports of trailers by Uganda reached $2.4 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were DR Congo (29%), South Sudan (19%), Kenya (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+295% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $681K | 29% |
| South Sudan | $452K | 19% |
| Kenya | $406K | 17% |
| Zambia | $323K | 14% |
| Rwanda | $322K | 14% |
| Mozambique | $120K | 5.1% |
| Somalia | $33K | 1.4% |
| Burundi | $22K | 1% |
| Ukraine | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda trailers imports (HS 8716): 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 8716: Trailers and semi-trailers; other vehicles, not mechanically propelled; parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of trailers imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported trailers worth $24.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 103rd of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply trailers to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($14.2 million), followed by Kenya (25%) and Tanzania (8%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Tanzania grew fastest among the top ten, up 546% on the year.
What is the average import price of trailers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.57 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $4.45 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of trailers to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $24.6 million in 2024, an increase of 523%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $16.6 million a year.
Does Uganda also export trailers?
Yes. Uganda exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, South Sudan and Kenya. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $22.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for trailers?
The HS code for trailers is heading 8716. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 8716.40 (43% of the value) and 8716.39 (36%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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