Fertile hatching eggs imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fertile hatching eggs by Kenya reached $2.3 million in 2024 (635 tonnes). That is 37% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $3.4 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 | $2.3M | 635 t |
| 2023 | $1.7M | 815 t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 847 t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $3.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 338 t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 269 t |
Where Kenya imports fertile hatching eggs from
Tanzania alone supplied 73% of it. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+449% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $1.7M | 73% |
| Zambia | $415K | 18% |
| Spain | $111K | 4.7% |
| Uganda | $30K | 1.3% |
| Malawi | $29K | 1.2% |
| Turkey | $26K | 1.1% |
| Ethiopia | $22K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.69 per kg, 36% below the world average of $5.81, 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.
Fertile hatching eggs exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $1.3 million of fertile hatching eggs in 2024 (307 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Uganda accounted for 96% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+194% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $1.3M | 96% |
| Malawi | $40K | 3% |
| Rwanda | $14K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya fertile hatching eggs imports (HS 0407.11): 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 0407.11: Birds' eggs, in shell: fresh, fertilised eggs for incubation, of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens).
Common questions
What is the value of fertile hatching eggs imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported fertile hatching eggs worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 635 tonnes. That ranks it 76th of 190 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply fertile hatching eggs to Kenya?
Tanzania was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Zambia (18%) and Spain (5%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 449% on the year.
What is the average import price of fertile hatching eggs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.69 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $5.81 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of fertile hatching eggs to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, an increase of 133%. The peak was 2021 at $3.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
Does Kenya also export fertile hatching eggs?
Yes. Kenya exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Malawi and Rwanda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $996 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for fertile hatching eggs?
The HS code for fertile hatching eggs is subheading 0407.11. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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