Aluminium alloy rods imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of aluminium alloy rods by Kenya reached $8.1 million in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). That is 32% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $8.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $6.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $9.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $5.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $3.4M | 1.2K t |
Where Kenya imports aluminium alloy rods from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.1M | 75% |
| Uganda | $493K | 6.1% |
| Lebanon | $332K | 4.1% |
| Egypt | $323K | 4% |
| Hong Kong | $285K | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $111K | 1.4% |
| India | $108K | 1.3% |
| Turkey | $105K | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $66K | 0.8% |
| South Africa | $48K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.55 per kg, close to the world average of $4.90.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Aluminium alloy rods exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported aluminium alloy rods worth $1.3 million (239 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Tanzania accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+189% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $710K | 56% |
| Rwanda | $288K | 23% |
| Uganda | $212K | 17% |
| DR Congo | $63K | 4.9% |
| Somalia | $2K | 0.2% |
| Malawi | $2K | 0.2% |
| Mozambique | $1K | 0.1% |
| South Sudan | $1K | 0% |
| Greece | $0K | 0% |
| Ghana | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya aluminium alloy rods imports (HS 7604.29): 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 7604.29: Aluminium: alloys, bars, rods and profiles, other than hollow.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium alloy rods imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported aluminium alloy rods worth $8.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 95th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium alloy rods to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($6.1 million), followed by Uganda (6%) and Lebanon (4%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 556% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium alloy rods per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.55 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $4.90 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of aluminium alloy rods to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.4 million in 2017 to $8.1 million in 2024, an increase of 141%. The peak was 2022 at $9.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
Does Kenya also export aluminium alloy rods?
Yes. Kenya exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, Rwanda and Uganda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium alloy rods?
The HS code for aluminium alloy rods is subheading 7604.29. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7604 page.
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