Aromatic hydrocarbon imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $7.1 million of aromatic hydrocarbon in 2024 (5.0 thousand tonnes). That is 19% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $10.5 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 | $7.1M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $8.7M | 6.2K t |
| 2022 | $10.5M | 7.8K t |
| 2021 | $8.2M | 7.6K t |
| 2020 | $6.3M | 6.7K t |
| 2019 | $4.8M | 4.9K t |
| 2018 | $7.9M | 9.8K t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 2.5K t |
Where Kenya imports aromatic hydrocarbon from
Most of the value came from India (30%), China (21%), Taiwan (14%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.1M | 30% |
| China | $1.5M | 21% |
| Taiwan | $977K | 14% |
| South Korea | $973K | 14% |
| Kuwait | $814K | 12% |
| Singapore | $265K | 3.8% |
| Belgium | $140K | 2% |
| Thailand | $119K | 1.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $88K | 1.2% |
| United States | $36K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 2902
| 2902.30 | Pure toluene | 57% |
| 2902.50 | Styrene | 35% |
| 2902.44 | Mixed xylene isomers | 5.6% |
| 2902.90 | Aromatic hydrocarbons (other) | 1.8% |
| 2902.19 | Cycloalkanes and cycloalkenes (other) | 0.7% |
| 2902.11 | Cyclohexane | 0.1% |
| 2902.20 | Pure benzene | 0% |
| 2902.41 | Ortho-xylene | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2902.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.42 per kg, 33% above the world average of $1.07. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Aromatic hydrocarbon exports from Kenya
Exports of aromatic hydrocarbon by Kenya reached $242 thousand in 2024 (134 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Rwanda accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Burundi grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $129K | 53% |
| Tanzania | $51K | 21% |
| Ethiopia | $38K | 16% |
| Burundi | $22K | 9% |
| Uganda | $2K | 1% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0.1% |
| Somalia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya aromatic hydrocarbon imports (HS 2902): 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 2902: Cyclic hydrocarbons.
Common questions
What is the value of aromatic hydrocarbon imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported aromatic hydrocarbon worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 195 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply aromatic hydrocarbon to Kenya?
India was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by China (21%) and Taiwan (14%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 79% on the year.
What is the average import price of aromatic hydrocarbon per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.42 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $1.07 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of aromatic hydrocarbon to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, an increase of 231%. The peak was 2022 at $10.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.0 million a year.
Does Kenya also export aromatic hydrocarbon?
Yes. Kenya exported $242 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Rwanda, Tanzania and Ethiopia. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $6.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for aromatic hydrocarbon?
The HS code for aromatic hydrocarbon is heading 2902. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 2902.30 (57% of the value) and 2902.50 (35%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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