Ceramic sanitary fixtures (non-porcelain) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ceramic sanitary fixtures (non-porcelain) by Kenya reached $6.6 million in 2024 (6.1 thousand tonnes). That is 26% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% 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 | $6.6M | 6.1K t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 6.6K t |
| 2022 | $6.5M | 9.9K t |
| 2021 | $7.0M | 11.0K t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 8.4K t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 7.0K t |
| 2018 | $888K | 683 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 664 t |
Where Kenya imports ceramic sanitary fixtures (non-porcelain) from
Uganda alone supplied 56% of it. Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+90% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $3.7M | 56% |
| China | $1.3M | 19% |
| India | $795K | 12% |
| Egypt | $391K | 6% |
| Turkey | $111K | 1.7% |
| Hong Kong | $84K | 1.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $45K | 0.7% |
| Norway | $39K | 0.6% |
| Bangladesh | $34K | 0.5% |
| Ghana | $26K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.08 per kg, 54% below the world average of $2.34, 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 sanitary fixtures (non-porcelain) exports from Kenya
Exports of ceramic sanitary fixtures (non-porcelain) by Kenya reached $854 thousand in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Uganda alone took 51% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $432K | 51% |
| Tanzania | $219K | 26% |
| Rwanda | $175K | 20% |
| Angola | $13K | 1.6% |
| South Sudan | $9K | 1% |
| Somalia | $7K | 0.8% |
| Burundi | $1K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya ceramic sanitary fixtures (non-porcelain) imports (HS 6910.90): 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 6910.90: Ceramic sinks, wash basins, wash basin pedestals, baths, bidets, water closet pans, flushing cisterns, urinals and similar sanitary fixtures: of other than porcelain or china.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic sanitary fixtures (non-porcelain) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported ceramic sanitary fixtures (non-porcelain) worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply ceramic sanitary fixtures (non-porcelain) to Kenya?
Uganda was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by China (19%) and India (12%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 90% on the year.
What is the average import price of ceramic sanitary fixtures (non-porcelain) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.08 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $2.34 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 sanitary fixtures (non-porcelain) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024, an increase of 389%. The peak was 2021 at $7.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.6 million a year.
Does Kenya also export ceramic sanitary fixtures (non-porcelain)?
Yes. Kenya exported $854 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $5.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic sanitary fixtures (non-porcelain)?
The HS code for ceramic sanitary fixtures (non-porcelain) is subheading 6910.90. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6910 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Kenya reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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