Aluminium structural parts imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of aluminium structural parts by Kenya reached $5.0 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). That is 7% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $14.6 million.
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 | $5.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 846 t |
| 2022 | $7.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $14.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $7.4M | 794 t |
| 2019 | $6.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $10.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $9.9M | 2.3K t |
Where Kenya imports aluminium structural parts from
China alone supplied 73% of it. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.7M | 73% |
| India | $543K | 11% |
| Turkey | $236K | 4.7% |
| Malaysia | $142K | 2.8% |
| South Korea | $113K | 2.2% |
| South Africa | $89K | 1.8% |
| Czech Republic | $54K | 1.1% |
| Greece | $40K | 0.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $33K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $30K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.23 per kg, 38% below the world average of $6.85, 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 structural parts exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported aluminium structural parts worth $214 thousand (51 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Rwanda (33%), Uganda (15%), Tanzania (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Ethiopia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $71K | 33% |
| Uganda | $31K | 15% |
| Tanzania | $25K | 12% |
| South Sudan | $24K | 11% |
| Ethiopia | $20K | 9.6% |
| DR Congo | $19K | 8.8% |
| Republic of the Congo | $13K | 6.1% |
| Zambia | $5K | 2.5% |
| Mozambique | $4K | 1.8% |
| Seychelles | $1K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya aluminium structural parts imports (HS 7610.90): 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 7610.90: Aluminium: structures (excluding prefabricated buildings of heading no. 9406) and parts of structures, n.e.c. in heading no. 7610, plates, rods, profiles, tubes and the like.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium structural parts imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported aluminium structural parts worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 112th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium structural parts to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by India (11%) and Turkey (5%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 304% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium structural parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.23 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $6.85 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aluminium structural parts to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.9 million in 2017 to $5.0 million in 2024, a fall of 49%. The peak was 2021 at $14.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.2 million a year.
Does Kenya also export aluminium structural parts?
Yes. Kenya exported $214 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Rwanda, Uganda and Tanzania. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $4.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium structural parts?
The HS code for aluminium structural parts is subheading 7610.90. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7610 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Kenya. Tell us your product to see it live.
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