Cargo for Uganda lands at Mombasa + road to Kampala. Combine this unit with other equipment in one container to bring the freight per item down. The same service covers Entebbe, Kampala and Namanve Industrial Park. Typical users in Uganda: government hostel kitchens, school & college canteens and industrial canteens.
Idli Steamer rate in Uganda, 2026
The base model costs ₹42,000 ex-works (≈ UGX 1,750,000) . Here is an estimate for one unit landed in Uganda by the cheapest shipping option:
| Cost element | UGX | INR |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-works price | UGX 1,750,000 | ₹42,000 |
| Export packing, haulage to JNPT, customs clearance | UGX 635,833 | ₹15,260 |
| Ocean freight (LCL (shared container), 1.0 CBM) | UGX 331,875 | ₹7,965 |
| Marine insurance | UGX 14,958 | ₹359 |
| CIF Mombasa + road to Kampala | UGX 2,732,667 | ₹65,584 |
| Import duty (EAC Common External Tariff) | UGX 273,250 | ₹6,558 |
| Other import levies | UGX 54,667 | ₹1,312 |
| Import VAT / GST 18% | UGX 550,917 | ₹13,222 |
| Destination clearance & local delivery | UGX 295,000 | ₹7,080 |
| Estimated landed cost | UGX 3,906,458 | ₹93,755 |
Estimate based on rates as of October 2026. Duties and freight change often; your customs broker confirms the final figure. Use the landed cost calculator for multiple items.
Standard model and build
| Standard model | 6 trays × 30 idlis, SS 304, gas or steam |
|---|---|
| Material | SS 304 food grade; SS 316 option |
| HSN / HS code | 8419.81 |
| Packed volume / weight | 0.5 CBM · 60 kg (base model) |
| Power & fuel in Uganda | 240 V / 415 V, 50 Hz; LPG |
| Standards | UNBS PVoC |
Custom sizes and options
- Export builds for 60 Hz and 120/208–240 V supplies
- Flame-failure devices, piezo ignition and thermostats
- SS 304 or SS 316 body; 14 or 16 SWG tops
- Number of burners or tanks and their ratings
- Gas (LPG / PNG / natural gas), electric or induction versions
Who buys idli steamer in Uganda
Browse setups that include this equipment in Uganda:
Shipping, customs and installation for Uganda
We pack in fumigated wooden crates, stuff the container at our factory or at Nhava Sheva, and ship to Mombasa + road to Kampala (about 22–28 days). You receive the commercial invoice with HS codes, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin. Installation is done by your contractor using our drawings and video support, or by our technicians on a site visit for larger projects.
What you get from the manufacturer
- Spares and serviceBurners, valves, castors and filters stocked; service by our team in India and partners abroad.
- Export readySeaworthy crating, HS-coded invoices, certificate of origin and documents for customs.
- Design to handoverLayout drawings, fabrication, delivery, installation, gas and exhaust commissioning, and AMC.
- Since 2004Founded by Mr Dilip Potnis, with 35+ years of commercial kitchen experience behind the designs.
FAQs: Idli Steamer in Uganda
What does a idli steamer cost delivered to Uganda?
The ex-works price is ₹42,000 (about UGX 1,750,000). Shipped from Nhava Sheva to Mombasa + road to Kampala with insurance, import duty, taxes and local delivery, one unit lands at roughly UGX 3,906,458. Ordering several items together in one container cuts the freight per unit sharply.
How long does shipping to Uganda take?
Manufacturing takes 10–20 working days. Sea transit from Nhava Sheva (JNPT) to Mombasa + road to Kampala is about 22–28 days, plus customs clearance. We share the bill of lading, invoice, packing list and certificate of origin before the vessel arrives.
What HS code and import duty apply in Uganda?
We ship the idli steamer under HS 8419.81. Our estimate for Uganda uses: EAC Common External Tariff. Import VAT/GST of 18% applies on top. Your customs broker confirms the final rate at clearance.
Can the idli steamer be made to custom size?
Yes. We build it to your drawing or space: gas (LPG / PNG / natural gas), electric or induction versions, number of burners or tanks and their ratings and SS 304 or SS 316 body; 14 or 16 SWG tops. Custom sizes usually add 3–5 working days.
Which stainless steel grade do you use?
Food-contact parts are SS 304 (18/8) as standard, in 16 or 18 SWG depending on the part. For coastal sites, seafood kitchens and chemical cleaning we recommend SS 316. Every unit is TIG-welded and finished satin.
What is the warranty?
12 months against manufacturing defects from installation, and lifetime support on spares. Annual maintenance contracts are available through our service partners.