Fluting paper (other types) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fluting paper (other types) by Kenya reached $3.5 million in 2024 (7.8 thousand tonnes). Value fell 32% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $11.6 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 | $3.5M | 7.8K t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 11.6K t |
| 2022 | $11.6M | 16.0K t |
| 2021 | $7.8M | 13.3K t |
| 2020 | $6.2M | 15.6K t |
| 2019 | $8.6M | 18.8K t |
| 2018 | $4.4M | 8.7K t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 10.3K t |
Where Kenya imports fluting paper (other types) from
One supplier dominates: Egypt accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Oman grew fastest (+239% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $2.1M | 61% |
| Saudi Arabia | $470K | 13% |
| Oman | $251K | 7.1% |
| India | $184K | 5.2% |
| United States | $147K | 4.2% |
| Canada | $61K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $57K | 1.6% |
| Thailand | $48K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $47K | 1.3% |
| Sweden | $47K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.45 per kg, close to the world average of $0.45.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fluting paper (other types) exports from Kenya
Exports of fluting paper (other types) by Kenya reached $682 thousand in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Uganda accounted for 82% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $561K | 82% |
| Tanzania | $121K | 18% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya fluting paper (other types) imports (HS 4805.19): 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 4805.19: Paper and paperboard: uncoated, fluting paper other than semi-chemical or straw, rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of fluting paper (other types) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported fluting paper (other types) worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 86th of 180 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply fluting paper (other types) to Kenya?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (13%) and Oman (7%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 764% on the year.
What is the average import price of fluting paper (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.45 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.45 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of fluting paper (other types) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, a fall of 19%. The peak was 2022 at $11.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.4 million a year.
Does Kenya also export fluting paper (other types)?
Yes. Kenya exported $682 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda and Tanzania. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for fluting paper (other types)?
The HS code for fluting paper (other types) is subheading 4805.19. 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 4805 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Kenya. Tell us your product to see it live.
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