Ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) by Kenya reached $30.2 million in 2024 (55.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 7% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $30.2M | 55.7K t |
| 2023 | $28.3M | 50.2K t |
| 2022 | $20.3M | 43.3K t |
| 2021 | $17.5M | 38.7K t |
| 2020 | $13.5M | 39.3K t |
| 2019 | $7.8M | 13.4K t |
| 2018 | $22.3M | 53.7K t |
| 2017 | $22.5M | 57.3K t |
Where Kenya imports ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) from
China alone supplied 56% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+47% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $16.9M | 56% |
| India | $7.5M | 25% |
| Spain | $2.3M | 7.5% |
| Uganda | $1.0M | 3.5% |
| Italy | $950K | 3.2% |
| Egypt | $466K | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $454K | 1.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $257K | 0.9% |
| Israel | $88K | 0.3% |
| Poland | $56K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.54 per kg, close to the world average of $0.55.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) worth $210 thousand (702 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Tanzania accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Burundi grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $168K | 80% |
| Burundi | $31K | 15% |
| Rwanda | $11K | 5.1% |
| Maldives | $0K | 0.2% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0.1% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) imports (HS 6907.21): 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 6907.21: Ceramic tiles: flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles other than those of subheadings 6907.30 and 6907.40, of a water absorption coefficient by weight not over 0.5%.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) worth $30.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 55.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($16.9 million), followed by India (25%) and Spain (7%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 133% on the year.
What is the average import price of ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.54 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.55 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $22.5 million in 2017 to $30.2 million in 2024, an increase of 34%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $20.3 million a year.
Does Kenya also export ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption)?
Yes. Kenya exported $210 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, Burundi and Rwanda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $29.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption)?
The HS code for ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) is subheading 6907.21. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6907 page.
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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