Ceramic trim and finishing pieces imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported ceramic trim and finishing pieces worth $10.2 million (44.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 86% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $75.3 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 | $10.2M | 44.8K t |
| 2023 | $75.3M | 80.2K t |
| 2022 | $23.5M | 117.4K t |
| 2021 | $26.2M | 105.5K t |
| 2020 | $18.5M | 92.6K t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 5.4K t |
| 2018 | $1.8M | 15.6K t |
| 2017 | $5.5M | 20.7K t |
Where Kenya imports ceramic trim and finishing pieces from
Tanzania alone supplied 54% of it. Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest (+221% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $5.5M | 54% |
| China | $1.6M | 16% |
| Uganda | $1.6M | 15% |
| Zambia | $738K | 7.2% |
| South Africa | $451K | 4.4% |
| India | $139K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $49K | 0.5% |
| Egypt | $42K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $22K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $20K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.23 per kg, 65% below the world average of $0.65, 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 trim and finishing pieces exports from Kenya
Exports of ceramic trim and finishing pieces by Kenya reached $2.7 million in 2024 (13.5 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Rwanda accounted for 97% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $2.7M | 98% |
| Uganda | $46K | 1.7% |
| Tanzania | $24K | 0.9% |
| Nigeria | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya ceramic trim and finishing pieces imports (HS 6907.40): 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 6907.40: Finishing ceramics.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic trim and finishing pieces imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported ceramic trim and finishing pieces worth $10.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 44.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 211 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 86% on 2023.
Which countries supply ceramic trim and finishing pieces to Kenya?
Tanzania was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($5.5 million), followed by China (16%) and Uganda (15%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 221% on the year.
What is the average import price of ceramic trim and finishing pieces per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.23 per kg in 2024, 65% below the world average of $0.65 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 trim and finishing pieces to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.5 million in 2017 to $10.2 million in 2024, an increase of 85%. The peak was 2023 at $75.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.4 million a year.
Does Kenya also export ceramic trim and finishing pieces?
Yes. Kenya exported $2.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Rwanda, Uganda and Tanzania. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $7.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic trim and finishing pieces?
The HS code for ceramic trim and finishing pieces is subheading 6907.40. 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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