Fishing tackle exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Kenya exported fishing tackle worth $2.4 million (18 tonnes). That is 19% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $3.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.4M | 18 t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 18 t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 28 t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 64 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 24 t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 37 t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 75 t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 68 t |
Where Kenya exports fishing tackle to
United States alone took 52% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+332% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.3M | 52% |
| United Kingdom | $539K | 22% |
| Italy | $89K | 3.7% |
| Canada | $84K | 3.5% |
| South Africa | $59K | 2.4% |
| France | $58K | 2.4% |
| Sweden | $41K | 1.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $38K | 1.6% |
| Switzerland | $36K | 1.5% |
| New Zealand | $30K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 9507
| 9507.90 | Fishing equipment | 79% |
| 9507.20 | Fish hook | 18% |
| 9507.10 | Fishing rod | 2.2% |
| 9507.30 | Fishing reel | 1.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9507.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $135.17 per kg, 422% above the world average of $25.88. 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.
Fishing tackle imports to Kenya
Kenya imported $2.1 million of fishing tackle in 2024 (195 tonnes). The largest suppliers were South Korea (35%), China (34%), United Kingdom (22%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+118% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $718K | 35% |
| China | $697K | 34% |
| United Kingdom | $461K | 23% |
| Japan | $74K | 3.6% |
| United States | $53K | 2.6% |
| Portugal | $9K | 0.4% |
| Mauritius | $8K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $6K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $5K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya fishing tackle exports (HS 9507): 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 9507: Fishing rods, fish-hooks and other line fishing tackle; fish landing nets and the like; decoy birds (not those of heading no. 9208 or 9705) and similar hunting or shooting requisites.
Common questions
What is the value of fishing tackle exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported fishing tackle worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18 tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 183 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy fishing tackle from Kenya?
The United States was the largest buyer with 52% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by the United Kingdom (22%) and Italy (4%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 35 buyer countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 332% on the year.
What is the average export price of fishing tackle per kg?
The average declared export value was about $135.17 per kg in 2024, 422% above the world average of $25.88 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of fishing tackle from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, a fall of 3%. The peak was 2021 at $3.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does Kenya also import fishing tackle?
Yes. Kenya imported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Korea, China and the United Kingdom. That compares with exports of $2.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for fishing tackle?
The HS code for fishing tackle is heading 9507. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 9507.90 (79% of the value) and 9507.20 (18%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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