Valve and tap parts imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported valve and tap parts worth $3.4 million (301 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $3.4M | 301 t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 191 t |
| 2022 | $1.4M | 152 t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $1.0M | 111 t |
| 2019 | $955K | 79 t |
| 2018 | $812K | 91 t |
| 2017 | $984K | 36 t |
Where Uganda imports valve and tap parts from
The largest suppliers were China (47%), India (20%), Mauritius (7%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+359% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 47% |
| India | $671K | 20% |
| Mauritius | $230K | 6.7% |
| Germany | $180K | 5.3% |
| United Kingdom | $91K | 2.7% |
| Thailand | $90K | 2.6% |
| United States | $87K | 2.5% |
| Belgium | $68K | 2% |
| Taiwan | $62K | 1.8% |
| South Africa | $58K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.34 per kg, 42% below the world average of $19.65, 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.
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The shipment records behind Uganda valve and tap parts imports (HS 8481.90): 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 8481.90: Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of valve and tap parts imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported valve and tap parts worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 301 tonnes. That ranks it 120th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply valve and tap parts to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by India (20%) and Mauritius (7%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 359% on the year.
What is the average import price of valve and tap parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.34 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $19.65 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of valve and tap parts to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $984 thousand in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, an increase of 247%. The peak was 2023 at $3.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for valve and tap parts?
The HS code for valve and tap parts is subheading 8481.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8481 page.
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