Film cameras and projectors imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $11.8 million of film cameras and projectors in 2024 (64 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 48% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 41% 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 | $11.8M | 64 t |
| 2023 | $8.0M | 59 t |
| 2022 | $344K | 13 t |
| 2021 | $184K | 5 t |
| 2020 | $330K | 6 t |
| 2019 | $615K | 4 t |
| 2018 | $387K | 1 t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 16 t |
Where Kenya imports film cameras and projectors from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 97% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.4M | 97% |
| United Arab Emirates | $175K | 1.5% |
| Hong Kong | $91K | 0.8% |
| United States | $39K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $34K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $13K | 0.1% |
| Portugal | $13K | 0.1% |
| India | $12K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $10K | 0.1% |
| Israel | $7K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 9007
| 9007.10 | Film cameras | 97% |
| 9007.20 | Film projectors | 1.8% |
| 9007.91 | Film camera parts | 0.7% |
| 9007.92 | Film projector parts | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9007.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $183.26 per kg, 136% above the world average of $77.62. 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.
Film cameras and projectors exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $212 thousand of film cameras and projectors in 2024 (4 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Niger (21%), Bangladesh (19%), Zambia (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $45K | 21% |
| Bangladesh | $41K | 19% |
| Zambia | $35K | 17% |
| Seychelles | $28K | 13% |
| Togo | $25K | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $13K | 6.2% |
| Zimbabwe | $7K | 3.1% |
| Ethiopia | $3K | 1.6% |
| South Africa | $3K | 1.5% |
| United States | $3K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya film cameras and projectors imports (HS 9007): 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 9007: Cinematographic cameras and projectors, whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of film cameras and projectors imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported film cameras and projectors worth $11.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 64 tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 208 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 48% on 2023.
Which countries supply film cameras and projectors to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($11.4 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (1%) and Hong Kong (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 493% on the year.
What is the average import price of film cameras and projectors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $183.26 per kg in 2024, 136% above the world average of $77.62 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of film cameras and projectors to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $11.8 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
Does Kenya also export film cameras and projectors?
Yes. Kenya exported $212 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Niger, Bangladesh and Zambia. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $11.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for film cameras and projectors?
The HS code for film cameras and projectors is heading 9007. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 9007.10 (97% of the value) and 9007.20 (2%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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