Disinfectant imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported disinfectant worth $2.8 million (767 tonnes). Value fell 13% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $7.7 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 | $2.8M | 767 t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 801 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 963 t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $7.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $4.7M | 858 t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 785 t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 640 t |
Where Kenya imports disinfectant from
The largest suppliers were Egypt (15%), South Africa (11%), Germany (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 35%. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+334% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $429K | 16% |
| South Africa | $299K | 11% |
| Germany | $241K | 8.7% |
| Israel | $236K | 8.5% |
| India | $191K | 6.9% |
| Mexico | $171K | 6.2% |
| United Kingdom | $149K | 5.4% |
| France | $129K | 4.7% |
| Uruguay | $117K | 4.2% |
| Norway | $113K | 4.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.61 per kg, close to the world average of $3.01.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Disinfectant exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $2.4 million of disinfectant in 2024 (597 tonnes). Tanzania alone took 50% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+338% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $1.2M | 50% |
| Uganda | $333K | 14% |
| Rwanda | $265K | 11% |
| Ethiopia | $203K | 8.5% |
| South Sudan | $83K | 3.5% |
| Somalia | $59K | 2.5% |
| DR Congo | $46K | 1.9% |
| Mauritius | $38K | 1.6% |
| Seychelles | $32K | 1.4% |
| Sudan | $26K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya disinfectant imports (HS 3808.94): 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 3808.94: Disinfectants: other than containing goods specified in Subheading Note 1 in this Chapter: put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles.
Common questions
What is the value of disinfectant imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported disinfectant worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 767 tonnes. That ranks it 105th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply disinfectant to Kenya?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 15% of the value ($429 thousand), followed by South Africa (11%) and Germany (9%). The top three together account for 35%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 334% on the year.
What is the average import price of disinfectant per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.61 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $3.01 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of disinfectant to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. The peak was 2020 at $7.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.0 million a year.
Does Kenya also export disinfectant?
Yes. Kenya exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda. That compares with imports of $2.8 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for disinfectant?
The HS code for disinfectant is subheading 3808.94. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3808 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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