Fibreboard (high density) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fibreboard (high density) by Kenya reached $2.9 million in 2024 (10.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 115% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 43% 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 | $2.9M | 10.6K t |
| 2023 | $1.4M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $1.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $288K | 362 t |
| 2020 | $278K | 299 t |
| 2019 | $287K | 564 t |
| 2018 | $310K | 486 t |
| 2017 | $237K | 222 t |
Where Kenya imports fibreboard (high density) from
Uganda alone supplied 80% of it. Among the main suppliers, Uganda grew fastest (+599% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $2.3M | 80% |
| China | $174K | 6% |
| Tanzania | $154K | 5.3% |
| Belgium | $87K | 3% |
| Turkey | $83K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $59K | 2% |
| Portugal | $15K | 0.5% |
| India | $13K | 0.5% |
| Sweden | $1K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.28 per kg, 62% below the world average of $0.73, 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.
Fibreboard (high density) exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported fibreboard (high density) worth $1.2 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Tanzania accounted for 97% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $1.2M | 97% |
| DR Congo | $16K | 1.4% |
| Burundi | $16K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya fibreboard (high density) imports (HS 4411.92): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 4411.92: Fibreboard (other than MDF) of a density exceeding 0.8g/cm3, of wood or other ligneous materials, bonded or not with resins or other organic substances.
Common questions
What is the value of fibreboard (high density) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported fibreboard (high density) worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 73rd of 196 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 115% on 2023.
Which countries supply fibreboard (high density) to Kenya?
Uganda was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by China (6%) and Tanzania (5%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 599% on the year.
What is the average import price of fibreboard (high density) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.28 per kg in 2024, 62% below the world average of $0.73 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of fibreboard (high density) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $237 thousand in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $841 thousand a year.
Does Kenya also export fibreboard (high density)?
Yes. Kenya exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, the DR Congo and Burundi. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for fibreboard (high density)?
The HS code for fibreboard (high density) is subheading 4411.92. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4411 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Kenya reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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