Washing machine imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported washing machine worth $4.5 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 45% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 40% 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 | $4.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 776 t |
| 2021 | $2.0M | 630 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 554 t |
| 2019 | $1.4M | 399 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 313 t |
| 2017 | $438K | 89 t |
Where Uganda imports washing machine from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+79% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 55% |
| Egypt | $1.2M | 26% |
| Vietnam | $173K | 3.8% |
| South Korea | $128K | 2.8% |
| Turkey | $126K | 2.8% |
| Thailand | $66K | 1.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $61K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $54K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $46K | 1% |
| India | $42K | 0.9% |
Product types under HS 8450
| 8450.11 | Fully automatic washing machines (small) | 44% |
| 8450.20 | Large capacity washing machines | 32% |
| 8450.19 | Semi-automatic washing machines (small) | 17% |
| 8450.12 | Washing machines with dryer (small) | 6.1% |
| 8450.90 | Washing machine parts | 1.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8450.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.71 per kg, 38% below the world average of $4.36, 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 washing machine imports (HS 8450): 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 8450: Household or laundry-type washing machines; including machines which both wash and dry.
Common questions
What is the value of washing machine imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported washing machine worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 130th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply washing machine to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by Egypt (26%) and Vietnam (4%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 79% on the year.
What is the average import price of washing machine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.71 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $4.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of washing machine to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $438 thousand in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024, an increase of 934%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for washing machine?
The HS code for washing machine is heading 8450. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 8450.11 (44% of the value) and 8450.20 (32%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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