Feldspar exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Kenya exported feldspar worth $7.1 million (13.3 thousand tonnes). That is 11% less 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7.1M | 13.3K t |
| 2023 | $7.9M | 13.0K t |
| 2022 | $5.4M | 10.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 8.0K t |
| 2019 | $1K | 0 t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 18.2K t |
Where Kenya exports feldspar to
Germany alone took 99% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $7.0M | 99% |
| China | $40K | 0.6% |
| Tanzania | $17K | 0.2% |
| India | $3K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2529
| 2529.22 | Fluorspar (higher grade) | 99% |
| 2529.10 | Feldspar | 0.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2529.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.53 per kg, 279% above the world average of $0.14. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Feldspar imports to Kenya
Imports of feldspar by Kenya reached $327 thousand in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: India accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $258K | 79% |
| China | $61K | 19% |
| Portugal | $9K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya feldspar exports (HS 2529): 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 2529: Feldspar; leucite; nepheline and nepheline syenite; fluorspar.
Common questions
What is the value of feldspar exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported feldspar worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 98 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy feldspar from Kenya?
Germany was the largest buyer with 99% of the value ($7.0 million), followed by China (1%) and Tanzania (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of feldspar per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.53 per kg in 2024, 279% above the world average of $0.14 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of feldspar from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, an increase of 61%. The peak was 2023 at $7.9 million. Over 6 years the average was $4.6 million a year.
Does Kenya also import feldspar?
Yes. Kenya imported $327 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, China and Portugal. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for feldspar?
The HS code for feldspar is heading 2529. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 2529.22 (99% of the value) and 2529.10 (1%).
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