Amphoteric surfactant exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of amphoteric surfactant by Kenya reached $3.6 million in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). That is 29% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 49% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $5.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $5.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 970 t |
| 2018 | $317K | 203 t |
| 2017 | $216K | 175 t |
Where Kenya exports amphoteric surfactant to
The largest buyer markets were Tanzania (36%), Ethiopia (22%), Rwanda (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+178% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $1.3M | 36% |
| Ethiopia | $781K | 22% |
| Rwanda | $493K | 14% |
| Burundi | $303K | 8.4% |
| Zambia | $275K | 7.6% |
| Uganda | $232K | 6.4% |
| DR Congo | $128K | 3.5% |
| Mauritius | $35K | 1% |
| Seychelles | $27K | 0.8% |
| Eritrea | $13K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.03 per kg, close to the world average of $1.76.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Amphoteric surfactant imports to Kenya
Imports of amphoteric surfactant by Kenya reached $2.5 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Malaysia (20%), China (17%), Australia (15%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+451% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $510K | 20% |
| China | $420K | 17% |
| Australia | $375K | 15% |
| Egypt | $324K | 13% |
| Saudi Arabia | $294K | 12% |
| South Africa | $137K | 5.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $88K | 3.5% |
| India | $86K | 3.4% |
| Singapore | $75K | 3% |
| France | $44K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya amphoteric surfactant exports (HS 3402.19): 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 3402.19: Organic surface-active agents: whether or not put up for retail sale, n.e.c. in heading no. 3402.
Common questions
What is the value of amphoteric surfactant exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported amphoteric surfactant worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 134 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 29% on 2023.
Which countries buy amphoteric surfactant from Kenya?
Tanzania was the largest buyer with 36% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Ethiopia (22%) and Rwanda (14%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 16 buyer countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 178% on the year.
What is the average export price of amphoteric surfactant per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.03 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $1.76 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of amphoteric surfactant from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $216 thousand in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $5.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does Kenya also import amphoteric surfactant?
Yes. Kenya imported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Malaysia, China and Australia. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for amphoteric surfactant?
The HS code for amphoteric surfactant is subheading 3402.19. It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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