Filling, sealing and labelling machines imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $15.6 million of filling, sealing and labelling machines in 2024 (877 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $32.5 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 | $15.6M | 877 t |
| 2023 | $15.7M | 774 t |
| 2022 | $19.1M | 808 t |
| 2021 | $14.6M | 310 t |
| 2020 | $14.3M | 755 t |
| 2019 | $25.1M | 649 t |
| 2018 | $25.2M | 976 t |
| 2017 | $32.5M | 1.2K t |
Where Kenya imports filling, sealing and labelling machines from
The largest suppliers were China (46%), India (20%), Turkey (12%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+350% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.2M | 46% |
| India | $3.1M | 20% |
| Turkey | $1.9M | 13% |
| Saudi Arabia | $636K | 4.1% |
| South Africa | $583K | 3.7% |
| Italy | $450K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $420K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $287K | 1.8% |
| Sri Lanka | $191K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $153K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.79 per kg, 50% below the world average of $35.87, 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.
Filling, sealing and labelling machines exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported filling, sealing and labelling machines worth $3.1 million (35 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 95% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.9M | 95% |
| Uganda | $50K | 1.6% |
| Tanzania | $41K | 1.3% |
| Republic of the Congo | $36K | 1.2% |
| Burundi | $13K | 0.4% |
| DR Congo | $5K | 0.2% |
| Rwanda | $1K | 0% |
| Somalia | $1K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya filling, sealing and labelling machines imports (HS 8422.30): 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 8422.30: Machinery: for filling, closing, sealing, capsuling or labelling bottles, cans, bags or other containers, machinery for aerating beverages.
Common questions
What is the value of filling, sealing and labelling machines imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported filling, sealing and labelling machines worth $15.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 877 tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply filling, sealing and labelling machines to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($7.2 million), followed by India (20%) and Turkey (12%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 350% on the year.
What is the average import price of filling, sealing and labelling machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.79 per kg in 2024, 50% below the world average of $35.87 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of filling, sealing and labelling machines to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $32.5 million in 2017 to $15.6 million in 2024, a fall of 52%. The peak was 2017 at $32.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.3 million a year.
Does Kenya also export filling, sealing and labelling machines?
Yes. Kenya exported $3.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Uganda and Tanzania. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $12.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for filling, sealing and labelling machines?
The HS code for filling, sealing and labelling machines is subheading 8422.30. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8422 page.
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