Chromatography equipment imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $2.5 million of chromatography equipment in 2024 (6 tonnes). That is 162% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $2.5M | 6 t |
| 2023 | $955K | 5 t |
| 2022 | $1.4M | 8 t |
| 2021 | $2.0M | 4 t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 9 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 3 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 5 t |
| 2017 | $819K | 3 t |
Where Kenya imports chromatography equipment from
The largest suppliers were Japan (23%), South Korea (21%), Austria (20%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+672% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $583K | 23% |
| South Korea | $536K | 21% |
| Austria | $491K | 20% |
| Netherlands | $252K | 10% |
| South Africa | $183K | 7.3% |
| Germany | $122K | 4.9% |
| United States | $98K | 3.9% |
| China | $85K | 3.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $34K | 1.4% |
| Mexico | $33K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $430.69 per kg, 21% above the world average of $357.14. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya chromatography equipment imports (HS 9027.20): 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 9027.20: Chromatographs and electrophoresis instruments.
Common questions
What is the value of chromatography equipment imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported chromatography equipment worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6 tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 187 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 162% on 2023.
Which countries supply chromatography equipment to Kenya?
Japan was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($583 thousand), followed by South Korea (21%) and Austria (20%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 672% on the year.
What is the average import price of chromatography equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $430.69 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $357.14 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of chromatography equipment to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $819 thousand in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 205%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for chromatography equipment?
The HS code for chromatography equipment is subheading 9027.20. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9027 page.
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