Ceramic bathroom fixtures imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported ceramic bathroom fixtures worth $20.8 million (21.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 11% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $27.5 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 | $20.8M | 21.6K t |
| 2023 | $23.4M | 25.6K t |
| 2022 | $22.0M | 22.3K t |
| 2021 | $19.0M | 23.1K t |
| 2020 | $16.3M | 21.1K t |
| 2019 | $15.4M | 18.8K t |
| 2018 | $27.5M | 18.0K t |
| 2017 | $20.1M | 12.8K t |
Where Kenya imports ceramic bathroom fixtures from
Most of the value came from China (39%), India (28%), Uganda (18%). Among the main suppliers, Uganda grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.2M | 39% |
| India | $5.8M | 28% |
| Uganda | $3.7M | 18% |
| Egypt | $1.6M | 7.9% |
| Nigeria | $276K | 1.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $157K | 0.8% |
| Thailand | $144K | 0.7% |
| Turkey | $138K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $92K | 0.4% |
| Hong Kong | $85K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 6910
| 6910.10 | Porcelain bathroom sanitary ware | 68% |
| 6910.90 | Ceramic sanitary fixtures (non-porcelain) | 32% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6910.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.96 per kg, 62% below the world average of $2.55, 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.
Ceramic bathroom fixtures exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $2.2 million of ceramic bathroom fixtures in 2024 (3.8 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Tanzania (44%), Uganda (38%), Rwanda (12%). Among the main buyer markets, South Sudan grew fastest (+455% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $978K | 44% |
| Uganda | $847K | 38% |
| Rwanda | $270K | 12% |
| South Sudan | $60K | 2.7% |
| DR Congo | $32K | 1.4% |
| Angola | $13K | 0.6% |
| Somalia | $7K | 0.3% |
| Afghanistan | $1K | 0.1% |
| Burundi | $1K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya ceramic bathroom fixtures imports (HS 6910): 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 6910: Ceramic sinks, wash basins, wash basin pedestals, baths, bidets, water closet pans, flushing cisterns, urinals and similar sanitary fixtures.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic bathroom fixtures imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported ceramic bathroom fixtures worth $20.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply ceramic bathroom fixtures to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($8.2 million), followed by India (28%) and Uganda (18%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 233% on the year.
What is the average import price of ceramic bathroom fixtures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.96 per kg in 2024, 62% below the world average of $2.55 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of ceramic bathroom fixtures to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.1 million in 2017 to $20.8 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2018 at $27.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.6 million a year.
Does Kenya also export ceramic bathroom fixtures?
Yes. Kenya exported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $18.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic bathroom fixtures?
The HS code for ceramic bathroom fixtures is heading 6910. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 6910.10 (68% of the value) and 6910.90 (32%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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