Cabbage and brassicas exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Kenya exported $12.0 million of cabbage and brassicas in 2024 (4.2 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $29.5 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 | $12.0M | 4.2K t |
| 2023 | $12.2M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $13.3M | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $15.8M | 4.7K t |
| 2020 | $8.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $10.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $29.5M | 7.3K t |
| 2017 | $22.7M | 5.9K t |
Where Kenya exports cabbage and brassicas to
One buyer market dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 73% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $8.7M | 73% |
| Netherlands | $672K | 5.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $612K | 5.1% |
| South Africa | $490K | 4.1% |
| Ireland | $448K | 3.7% |
| Switzerland | $148K | 1.2% |
| Czech Republic | $128K | 1.1% |
| France | $102K | 0.9% |
| Poland | $95K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $90K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 0704
| 0704.10 | Cauliflower and broccoli | 93% |
| 0704.90 | Vegetables, brassica: edible, n.e.c. in heading no. 0704, fresh or chilled | 7.3% |
| 0704.20 | Brussels sprouts | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0704.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.87 per kg, 259% above the world average of $0.80. 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.
Cabbage and brassicas imports to Kenya
In 2024, Kenya imported cabbage and brassicas worth $215 thousand (12 tonnes). One supplier dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 94% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $203K | 94% |
| Bahrain | $11K | 5% |
| Netherlands | $2K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya cabbage and brassicas exports (HS 0704): 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 0704: Cabbages, cauliflowers, kohlrabi, kale and similar edible brassicas; fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of cabbage and brassicas exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported cabbage and brassicas worth $12.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 161 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries buy cabbage and brassicas from Kenya?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 73% of the value ($8.7 million), followed by the Netherlands (6%) and the United Arab Emirates (5%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 44 buyer countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 100% on the year.
What is the average export price of cabbage and brassicas per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.87 per kg in 2024, 259% above the world average of $0.80 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of cabbage and brassicas from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $22.7 million in 2017 to $12.0 million in 2024, a fall of 47%. The peak was 2018 at $29.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.5 million a year.
Does Kenya also import cabbage and brassicas?
Yes. Kenya imported $215 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United Kingdom, Bahrain and the Netherlands. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $11.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for cabbage and brassicas?
The HS code for cabbage and brassicas is heading 0704. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 0704.10 (93% of the value) and 0704.90 (7%).
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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