Avocados exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Kenya exported $268.9 million of avocados in 2024 (132.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 142 countries for exports of this product. That is 19% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average.
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 | $268.9M | 132.8K t |
| 2023 | $226.8M | 124.2K t |
| 2022 | $200.6M | 104.9K t |
| 2021 | $151.7M | 97.6K t |
| 2020 | $162.6M | 81.5K t |
| 2019 | $111.4M | 65.6K t |
| 2018 | $124.6M | 63.0K t |
| 2017 | $85.1M | 36.6K t |
Where Kenya exports avocados to
The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (48%), United Arab Emirates (10%), Spain (8%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+88% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $128.3M | 48% |
| United Arab Emirates | $27.7M | 10% |
| Spain | $22.1M | 8.2% |
| France | $17.1M | 6.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $14.6M | 5.4% |
| United Kingdom | $14.2M | 5.3% |
| Germany | $13.3M | 5% |
| Turkey | $5.0M | 1.9% |
| China | $2.9M | 1.1% |
| Egypt | $2.2M | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.03 per kg, 28% below the world average of $2.82, 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.
Avocados imports to Kenya
Imports of avocados by Kenya reached $3.0 million in 2024 (16.2 thousand tonnes). Uganda alone supplied 90% of it. Among the main suppliers, Uganda grew fastest (+254% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $2.7M | 90% |
| South Africa | $172K | 5.7% |
| Tanzania | $116K | 3.9% |
| Bahrain | $1K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya avocados exports (HS 0804.40): 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 0804.40: Fruit, edible: avocados, fresh or dried.
Common questions
What is the value of avocados exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported avocados worth $268.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 132.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 142 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy avocados from Kenya?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 48% of the value ($128.3 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (10%) and Spain (8%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 76 buyer countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 88% on the year.
What is the average export price of avocados per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.03 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $2.82 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of avocados from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $85.1 million in 2017 to $268.9 million in 2024, an increase of 216%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $166.5 million a year.
Does Kenya also import avocados?
Yes. Kenya imported $3.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Uganda, South Africa and Tanzania. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $265.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for avocados?
The HS code for avocados is subheading 0804.40. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0804 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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