Aluminium foil unrolled imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $12.6 million of aluminium foil unrolled in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 44% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% 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 | $12.6M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $8.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $11.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $9.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $7.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $8.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 531 t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 428 t |
Where Kenya imports aluminium foil unrolled from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+241% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.8M | 54% |
| India | $4.3M | 34% |
| Italy | $489K | 3.9% |
| Germany | $458K | 3.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $360K | 2.9% |
| Greece | $83K | 0.7% |
| Bahrain | $58K | 0.5% |
| Uganda | $18K | 0.1% |
| United States | $6K | 0.1% |
| Thailand | $5K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.91 per kg, 23% below the world average of $6.38, 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 unrolled exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported aluminium foil unrolled worth $966 thousand (172 tonnes). China alone took 53% of it. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+103% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $512K | 53% |
| Uganda | $359K | 37% |
| Rwanda | $51K | 5.3% |
| Malawi | $21K | 2.2% |
| Tanzania | $14K | 1.4% |
| DR Congo | $7K | 0.7% |
| South Sudan | $1K | 0.1% |
| Ethiopia | $1K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya aluminium foil unrolled imports (HS 7607.19): 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 7607.19: Aluminium: foil, (not backed), of a thickness not exceeding 0.2mm, not rolled.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium foil unrolled imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported aluminium foil unrolled worth $12.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium foil unrolled to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($6.8 million), followed by India (34%) and Italy (4%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 241% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium foil unrolled per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.91 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $6.38 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 foil unrolled to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $12.6 million in 2024, an increase of 486%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.8 million a year.
Does Kenya also export aluminium foil unrolled?
Yes. Kenya exported $966 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Uganda and Rwanda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $11.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium foil unrolled?
The HS code for aluminium foil unrolled is subheading 7607.19. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7607 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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