Chemical contraceptives imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $13.8 million of chemical contraceptives in 2024 (227 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $23.2 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 | $13.8M | 227 t |
| 2023 | $13.4M | 198 t |
| 2022 | $23.2M | 284 t |
| 2021 | $18.9M | 245 t |
| 2020 | $15.4M | 135 t |
| 2019 | $6.4M | 102 t |
| 2018 | $7.4M | 94 t |
| 2017 | $6.1M | 118 t |
Where Kenya imports chemical contraceptives from
The largest suppliers were Netherlands (28%), Finland (22%), India (15%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+137% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $3.9M | 28% |
| Finland | $3.1M | 22% |
| India | $2.1M | 15% |
| Belgium | $1.2M | 8.6% |
| Hungary | $940K | 6.8% |
| Pakistan | $831K | 6% |
| South Africa | $591K | 4.3% |
| China | $569K | 4.1% |
| Germany | $494K | 3.6% |
| Brazil | $42K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $61.02 per kg, 61% below the world average of $155.10, 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.
Chemical contraceptives exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $1.9 million of chemical contraceptives in 2024 (52 tonnes). Ethiopia alone took 85% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Ethiopia grew fastest (+154% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya chemical contraceptives imports (HS 3006.60): 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 3006.60: Pharmaceutical goods: chemical contraceptive preparations based on hormones, on other products of heading 2937 or on spermicides.
Common questions
What is the value of chemical contraceptives imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported chemical contraceptives worth $13.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 227 tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 201 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply chemical contraceptives to Kenya?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($3.9 million), followed by Finland (22%) and India (15%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 137% on the year.
What is the average import price of chemical contraceptives per kg?
The average declared import value was about $61.02 per kg in 2024, 61% below the world average of $155.10 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of chemical contraceptives to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.1 million in 2017 to $13.8 million in 2024, an increase of 128%. The peak was 2022 at $23.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.1 million a year.
Does Kenya also export chemical contraceptives?
Yes. Kenya exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ethiopia, Tanzania and Uganda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $11.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for chemical contraceptives?
The HS code for chemical contraceptives is subheading 3006.60. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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