Filter paper articles (molded/pressed) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $6.0 million of filter paper articles (molded/pressed) in 2024 (888 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 30% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $6.0M | 888 t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 687 t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 354 t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 710 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 503 t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 431 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 542 t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 606 t |
Where Kenya imports filter paper articles (molded/pressed) from
Most of the value came from China (37%), Spain (32%), United Kingdom (19%). Among the main suppliers, Morocco grew fastest (+363% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.2M | 37% |
| Spain | $1.9M | 32% |
| United Kingdom | $1.2M | 20% |
| Morocco | $340K | 5.7% |
| Sri Lanka | $93K | 1.6% |
| India | $86K | 1.4% |
| Sweden | $43K | 0.7% |
| South Africa | $42K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $29K | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $10K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.74 per kg, close to the world average of $5.95.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya filter paper articles (molded/pressed) imports (HS 4823.20): 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 4823.20: Paper and paperboard: filter paper and paperboard.
Common questions
What is the value of filter paper articles (molded/pressed) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported filter paper articles (molded/pressed) worth $6.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 888 tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 212 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply filter paper articles (molded/pressed) to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Spain (32%) and the United Kingdom (19%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Morocco grew fastest among the top ten, up 363% on the year.
What is the average import price of filter paper articles (molded/pressed) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.74 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $5.95 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of filter paper articles (molded/pressed) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $6.0 million in 2024, an increase of 175%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for filter paper articles (molded/pressed)?
The HS code for filter paper articles (molded/pressed) is subheading 4823.20. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4823 page.
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