Cotton seeds imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported cotton seeds worth $2.2 million (4.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 100 countries for imports of this product. That is 173% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 82% 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 | $2.2M | 4.8K t |
| 2023 | $791K | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $698K | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $16K | 33 t |
| 2020 | $13K | 7 t |
| 2019 | $10K | 20 t |
| 2017 | $33K | 17 t |
Where Kenya imports cotton seeds from
Most of the value came from India (44%), Cameroon (26%), Uganda (18%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $949K | 44% |
| Cameroon | $558K | 26% |
| Uganda | $382K | 18% |
| Chad | $273K | 13% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.45 per kg, 67% below the world average of $1.36, 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 cotton seeds imports (HS 1207.21): 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 1207.21: Oil seeds: cotton seeds, seed, whether or not broken.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton seeds imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported cotton seeds worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 100 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 173% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton seeds to Kenya?
India was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($949 thousand), followed by Cameroon (26%) and Uganda (18%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 4 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of cotton seeds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.45 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $1.36 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton seeds to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $33 thousand in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 7 years the average was $532 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for cotton seeds?
The HS code for cotton seeds is subheading 1207.21. It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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