Aluminium foil imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of aluminium foil by Kenya reached $27.1 million in 2024 (7.2 thousand tonnes). That is 30% more than in 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 | $27.1M | 7.2K t |
| 2023 | $20.9M | 5.4K t |
| 2022 | $26.8M | 6.2K t |
| 2021 | $23.2M | 6.0K t |
| 2020 | $19.8M | 6.6K t |
| 2019 | $18.7M | 5.4K t |
| 2018 | $19.2M | 6.2K t |
| 2017 | $12.5M | 3.7K t |
Where Kenya imports aluminium foil from
Most of the value came from China (48%), India (21%), South Africa (8%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+64% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $13.1M | 48% |
| India | $5.6M | 21% |
| South Africa | $2.1M | 7.9% |
| France | $1.7M | 6.3% |
| Italy | $1.5M | 5.7% |
| United Kingdom | $855K | 3.2% |
| Poland | $468K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $462K | 1.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $384K | 1.4% |
| Sri Lanka | $148K | 0.6% |
Product types under HS 7607
| 7607.19 | Aluminium foil unrolled | 47% |
| 7607.20 | Backed aluminium foil | 35% |
| 7607.11 | Aluminium foil rolled | 18% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7607.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.78 per kg, 22% below the world average of $4.82, 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.
Aluminium foil exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported aluminium foil worth $2.5 million (491 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Uganda accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+103% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $1.4M | 55% |
| China | $512K | 21% |
| DR Congo | $145K | 5.9% |
| Tanzania | $121K | 4.9% |
| Somalia | $65K | 2.7% |
| Rwanda | $65K | 2.6% |
| South Sudan | $60K | 2.4% |
| Zambia | $36K | 1.5% |
| United States | $27K | 1.1% |
| Malawi | $21K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya aluminium foil imports (HS 7607): 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 7607: Aluminium foil (whether or not printed or backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing materials) of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2mm.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium foil imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported aluminium foil worth $27.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium foil to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($13.1 million), followed by India (21%) and South Africa (8%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Sri Lanka grew fastest among the top ten, up 448% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium foil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.78 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $4.82 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aluminium foil to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.5 million in 2017 to $27.1 million in 2024, an increase of 117%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $21.0 million a year.
Does Kenya also export aluminium foil?
Yes. Kenya exported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, China and the DR Congo. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $24.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium foil?
The HS code for aluminium foil is heading 7607. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 7607.19 (47% of the value) and 7607.20 (35%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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