Trailers (other types) imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of trailers (other types) by Uganda reached $10.5 million in 2024 (5.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 93% 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 | $10.5M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $10.3M | 4.7K t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $6.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $6.4M | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $7.8M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $7.2M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $107K | 53 t |
Where Uganda imports trailers (other types) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.3M | 69% |
| Kenya | $2.4M | 23% |
| India | $328K | 3.1% |
| Tanzania | $171K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $117K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $117K | 1.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $15K | 0.2% |
| United States | $15K | 0.1% |
| France | $13K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $12K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.10 per kg, 60% below the world average of $5.31, 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 (other types) exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $532 thousand of trailers (other types) in 2024 (300 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+128% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $320K | 60% |
| Rwanda | $109K | 21% |
| Mozambique | $47K | 8.9% |
| Somalia | $33K | 6.1% |
| Burundi | $21K | 4% |
| Kenya | $2K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda trailers (other types) imports (HS 8716.40): 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 8716.40: Trailers and semi-trailers: n.e.c. in item no. 8716.3.
Common questions
What is the value of trailers (other types) imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported trailers (other types) worth $10.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 216 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply trailers (other types) to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by Kenya (23%) and India (3%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 593% on the year.
What is the average import price of trailers (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.10 per kg in 2024, 60% below the world average of $5.31 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of trailers (other types) to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $107 thousand in 2017 to $10.5 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.7 million a year.
Does Uganda also export trailers (other types)?
Yes. Uganda exported $532 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Rwanda and Mozambique. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $10.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for trailers (other types)?
The HS code for trailers (other types) is subheading 8716.40. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8716 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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