Caffeine imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $2.1 million of caffeine in 2024 (110 tonnes). That is 4% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 33% a year on average.
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 | $2.1M | 110 t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 74 t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 67 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 67 t |
| 2020 | $753K | 57 t |
| 2019 | $642K | 55 t |
| 2018 | $395K | 28 t |
| 2017 | $282K | 21 t |
Where Kenya imports caffeine from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+64% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 63% |
| India | $299K | 15% |
| Germany | $295K | 14% |
| Denmark | $154K | 7.5% |
| Ireland | $5K | 0.2% |
| France | $4K | 0.2% |
| United States | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.80 per kg, 40% above the world average of $13.39. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya caffeine imports (HS 2939.30): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 2939.30: Alkaloids: caffeine and its salts.
Common questions
What is the value of caffeine imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported caffeine worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 110 tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 162 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply caffeine to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by India (14%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 366% on the year.
What is the average import price of caffeine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.80 per kg in 2024, 40% above the world average of $13.39 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of caffeine to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $282 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 633%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for caffeine?
The HS code for caffeine is subheading 2939.30. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2939 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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