Ethylene polymers (other) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $11.5 million of ethylene polymers (other) in 2024 (5.7 thousand tonnes). That is 42% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% 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 | $11.5M | 5.7K t |
| 2023 | $8.1M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $10.7M | 5.9K t |
| 2021 | $10.1M | 6.8K t |
| 2020 | $6.2M | 4.7K t |
| 2019 | $6.3M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $7.4M | 5.3K t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 1.2K t |
Where Kenya imports ethylene polymers (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (20%), Belgium (19%), South Korea (16%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+304% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.3M | 20% |
| Belgium | $2.2M | 19% |
| South Korea | $1.9M | 16% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 10% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 9.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $963K | 8.4% |
| Israel | $556K | 4.9% |
| Czech Republic | $336K | 2.9% |
| India | $287K | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $244K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.02 per kg, close to the world average of $1.70.
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 ethylene polymers (other) imports (HS 3901.90): 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 3901.90: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, n.e.c. in heading no. 3901.
Common questions
What is the value of ethylene polymers (other) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported ethylene polymers (other) worth $11.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 199 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply ethylene polymers (other) to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Belgium (19%) and South Korea (16%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 304% on the year.
What is the average import price of ethylene polymers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.02 per kg in 2024, 19% above the world average of $1.70 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ethylene polymers (other) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $11.5 million in 2024, an increase of 371%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for ethylene polymers (other)?
The HS code for ethylene polymers (other) is subheading 3901.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3901 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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