Electrodiagnostic equipment imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported electrodiagnostic equipment worth $7.9 million (68 tonnes). That is 35% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $7.9M | 68 t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 181 t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 30 t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 15 t |
| 2020 | $3.5M | 32 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 15 t |
| 2018 | $6.4M | 54 t |
| 2017 | $4.8M | 31 t |
Where Kenya imports electrodiagnostic equipment from
The largest suppliers were Japan (26%), United States (22%), Germany (17%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+526% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $2.0M | 26% |
| United States | $1.8M | 22% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 17% |
| China | $1.2M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $291K | 3.7% |
| Switzerland | $173K | 2.2% |
| Austria | $138K | 1.8% |
| Vietnam | $124K | 1.6% |
| Mexico | $118K | 1.5% |
| Denmark | $72K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $116.38 per kg, 57% below the world average of $271.85, 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.
Electrodiagnostic equipment exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported electrodiagnostic equipment worth $970 thousand (17 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (33%), United Kingdom (17%), Mozambique (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Ethiopia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $318K | 33% |
| United Kingdom | $165K | 17% |
| Mozambique | $142K | 15% |
| Ethiopia | $100K | 10% |
| Rwanda | $55K | 5.7% |
| Somalia | $42K | 4.3% |
| Switzerland | $31K | 3.2% |
| Jordan | $24K | 2.4% |
| France | $20K | 2% |
| DR Congo | $17K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya electrodiagnostic equipment imports (HS 9018.19): 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 9018.19: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: electro-diagnostic apparatus (including apparatus for functional exploratory examination or for checking physiological parameters), n.e.c. in item no. 9018.1.
Common questions
What is the value of electrodiagnostic equipment imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported electrodiagnostic equipment worth $7.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 68 tonnes. That ranks it 77th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply electrodiagnostic equipment to Kenya?
Japan was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by the United States (22%) and Germany (17%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 526% on the year.
What is the average import price of electrodiagnostic equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $116.38 per kg in 2024, 57% below the world average of $271.85 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of electrodiagnostic equipment to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.8 million in 2017 to $7.9 million in 2024, an increase of 64%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.9 million a year.
Does Kenya also export electrodiagnostic equipment?
Yes. Kenya exported $970 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, the United Kingdom and Mozambique. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrodiagnostic equipment?
The HS code for electrodiagnostic equipment is subheading 9018.19. 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 9018 page.
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