Ceramic floor and wall tiles imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ceramic floor and wall tiles by Kenya reached $89.8 million in 2024 (219.2 thousand tonnes). That is 39% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $147.6 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 | $89.8M | 219.2K t |
| 2023 | $147.6M | 207.7K t |
| 2022 | $73.0M | 263.2K t |
| 2021 | $65.9M | 202.9K t |
| 2020 | $46.1M | 183.5K t |
| 2019 | $16.8M | 37.6K t |
| 2018 | $48.0M | 141.0K t |
| 2017 | $62.5M | 226.1K t |
Where Kenya imports ceramic floor and wall tiles from
Most of the value came from Uganda (36%), China (28%), India (14%). Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest (+223% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $32.4M | 36% |
| China | $24.7M | 28% |
| India | $12.4M | 14% |
| Tanzania | $8.9M | 9.9% |
| Spain | $2.7M | 3% |
| Egypt | $2.3M | 2.6% |
| Zambia | $2.2M | 2.5% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 1.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $849K | 0.9% |
| South Africa | $712K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 6907
| 6907.22 | Ceramic floor and wall tiles (standard) | 36% |
| 6907.21 | Ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) | 34% |
| 6907.23 | Ceramic floor and wall tiles (porous) | 19% |
| 6907.40 | Ceramic trim and finishing pieces | 11% |
| 6907.30 | Ceramic mosaic tiles and cubes | 0.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6907.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.41 per kg, close to the world average of $0.51.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ceramic floor and wall tiles exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported ceramic floor and wall tiles worth $23.9 million (96.4 thousand tonnes). Uganda alone took 76% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $18.2M | 76% |
| Rwanda | $2.9M | 12% |
| Tanzania | $2.6M | 11% |
| Burundi | $183K | 0.8% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0% |
| Maldives | $0K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $0K | 0% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya ceramic floor and wall tiles imports (HS 6907): 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 6907: Ceramic flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles; ceramic mosaic cubes and the like, whether or not on a backing; finishing ceramics.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic floor and wall tiles imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported ceramic floor and wall tiles worth $89.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 219.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply ceramic floor and wall tiles to Kenya?
Uganda was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($32.4 million), followed by China (28%) and India (14%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 223% on the year.
What is the average import price of ceramic floor and wall tiles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.41 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $0.51 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ceramic floor and wall tiles to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $62.5 million in 2017 to $89.8 million in 2024, an increase of 44%. The peak was 2023 at $147.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $68.7 million a year.
Does Kenya also export ceramic floor and wall tiles?
Yes. Kenya exported $23.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Rwanda and Tanzania. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $65.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic floor and wall tiles?
The HS code for ceramic floor and wall tiles is heading 6907. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 6907.22 (36% of the value) and 6907.21 (34%).
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