Coated paper (other types) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $3.7 million of coated paper (other types) in 2024 (4.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 5% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $5.0 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 | $3.7M | 4.6K t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 4.8K t |
| 2022 | $4.5M | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $5.0M | 5.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 3.6K t |
| 2019 | $3.7M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 2.4K t |
Where Kenya imports coated paper (other types) from
The largest suppliers were South Korea (31%), United Kingdom (20%), Malaysia (18%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+105% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $1.1M | 31% |
| United Kingdom | $750K | 20% |
| Malaysia | $664K | 18% |
| India | $544K | 15% |
| China | $475K | 13% |
| South Africa | $41K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $37K | 1% |
| Tanzania | $27K | 0.7% |
| Denmark | $13K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.79 per kg, 35% below the world average of $1.22, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya coated paper (other types) imports (HS 4810.99): 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 4810.99: Paper and paperboard: coated with inorganic substances only, whether or not surface-coloured, surface-decorated or printed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4810, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of coated paper (other types) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported coated paper (other types) worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 198 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply coated paper (other types) to Kenya?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by the United Kingdom (20%) and Malaysia (18%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 149% on the year.
What is the average import price of coated paper (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.79 per kg in 2024, 35% below the world average of $1.22 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of coated paper (other types) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, an increase of 149%. The peak was 2021 at $5.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for coated paper (other types)?
The HS code for coated paper (other types) is subheading 4810.99. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4810 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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