Air compressor imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported air compressor worth $65.8 million (5.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 85% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $65.8M | 5.6K t |
| 2023 | $35.6M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $34.1M | 3.6K t |
| 2021 | $30.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $29.7M | 3.6K t |
| 2019 | $35.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $30.8M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $29.1M | 3.5K t |
Where Kenya imports air compressor from
The largest suppliers were China (38%), United States (26%), India (7%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+166% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $25.3M | 38% |
| United States | $16.9M | 26% |
| India | $4.9M | 7.5% |
| Germany | $3.8M | 5.8% |
| United Kingdom | $3.6M | 5.5% |
| Belgium | $1.7M | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $1.6M | 2.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.2M | 1.8% |
| South Africa | $938K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $818K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 8414
| 8414.59 | Fans (other types) | 23% |
| 8414.51 | Small electric fans | 20% |
| 8414.90 | Compressor and fan parts | 19% |
| 8414.80 | Air and gas compressors (other) | 18% |
| 8414.10 | Vacuum pumps | 6.8% |
| 8414.60 | Ventilation hoods | 5.6% |
| 8414.20 | Manual air pumps | 2.7% |
| 8414.30 | Refrigeration compressors | 2.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8414.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.78 per kg, close to the world average of $13.71.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Air compressor exports from Kenya
Exports of air compressor by Kenya reached $1.7 million in 2024 (171 tonnes). Most of it went to United States (29%), Uganda (17%), Rwanda (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Djibouti grew fastest (+689% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $503K | 29% |
| Uganda | $294K | 17% |
| Rwanda | $219K | 13% |
| Nigeria | $155K | 8.9% |
| Seychelles | $111K | 6.4% |
| Tanzania | $104K | 6% |
| South Sudan | $77K | 4.4% |
| Djibouti | $75K | 4.3% |
| Guinea | $40K | 2.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $27K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya air compressor imports (HS 8414): 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 8414: Air or vacuum pumps, air or other gas compressors and fans; ventilating or recycling hoods incorporating a fan; gas-tight biological safety cabinets whether or not fitted with filters.
Common questions
What is the value of air compressor imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported air compressor worth $65.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 85% on 2023.
Which countries supply air compressor to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($25.3 million), followed by the United States (26%) and India (7%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 87 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 166% on the year.
What is the average import price of air compressor per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.78 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $13.71 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of air compressor to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $29.1 million in 2017 to $65.8 million in 2024, an increase of 126%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $36.4 million a year.
Does Kenya also export air compressor?
Yes. Kenya exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Uganda and Rwanda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $64.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for air compressor?
The HS code for air compressor is heading 8414. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 8414.59 (23% of the value) and 8414.51 (20%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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