Flexographic printing machines imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of flexographic printing machines by Kenya reached $6.0 million in 2024 (314 tonnes). Value fell 61% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $15.2 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 | $6.0M | 314 t |
| 2023 | $15.2M | 729 t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 214 t |
| 2021 | $9.7M | 439 t |
| 2020 | $7.0M | 364 t |
| 2019 | $5.9M | 191 t |
| 2018 | $7.8M | 312 t |
| 2017 | $14.4M | 532 t |
Where Kenya imports flexographic printing machines from
Germany alone supplied 57% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+107% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.4M | 57% |
| China | $1.1M | 18% |
| India | $758K | 13% |
| Taiwan | $374K | 6.2% |
| Turkey | $325K | 5.4% |
| United Kingdom | $23K | 0.4% |
| Denmark | $12K | 0.2% |
| Bangladesh | $9K | 0.2% |
| Singapore | $3K | 0% |
| Italy | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.12 per kg, 26% above the world average of $15.16. 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.
Flexographic printing machines exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $1.2 million of flexographic printing machines in 2024 (68 tonnes). Tanzania alone took 64% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $743K | 64% |
| Zimbabwe | $373K | 32% |
| South Africa | $48K | 4.1% |
| Uganda | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya flexographic printing machines imports (HS 8443.16): 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 8443.16: Printing machinery: flexographic.
Common questions
What is the value of flexographic printing machines imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported flexographic printing machines worth $6.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 314 tonnes. That ranks it 46th of 158 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 61% on 2023.
Which countries supply flexographic printing machines to Kenya?
Germany was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by China (18%) and India (13%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 107% on the year.
What is the average import price of flexographic printing machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.12 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $15.16 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of flexographic printing machines to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.4 million in 2017 to $6.0 million in 2024, a fall of 58%. The peak was 2023 at $15.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.8 million a year.
Does Kenya also export flexographic printing machines?
Yes. Kenya exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, Zimbabwe and South Africa. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $4.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for flexographic printing machines?
The HS code for flexographic printing machines is subheading 8443.16. 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 8443 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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