Food processing machinery parts imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported food processing machinery parts worth $13.3 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 13% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $16.7 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 | $13.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $11.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $8.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $8.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 731 t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 570 t |
| 2018 | $16.7M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $12.9M | 2.0K t |
Where Kenya imports food processing machinery parts from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+277% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $9.3M | 70% |
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 9.8% |
| Germany | $948K | 7.1% |
| South Africa | $451K | 3.4% |
| Pakistan | $352K | 2.6% |
| China | $317K | 2.4% |
| Italy | $181K | 1.4% |
| United States | $83K | 0.6% |
| Colombia | $73K | 0.6% |
| Switzerland | $56K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.20 per kg, 57% below the world average of $26.28, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Food processing machinery parts exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported food processing machinery parts worth $260 thousand (207 tonnes). Most of it went to Tanzania (29%), South Africa (28%), France (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $77K | 30% |
| South Africa | $72K | 28% |
| France | $38K | 15% |
| Seychelles | $20K | 7.7% |
| Uganda | $19K | 7.3% |
| Rwanda | $13K | 4.9% |
| India | $7K | 2.6% |
| Burundi | $6K | 2.1% |
| Zambia | $4K | 1.5% |
| Nigeria | $3K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya food processing machinery parts imports (HS 8438.90): 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 8438.90: Machinery: parts of those machines used in the industrial preparation or manufacture of food or drink.
Common questions
What is the value of food processing machinery parts imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported food processing machinery parts worth $13.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply food processing machinery parts to Kenya?
India was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($9.3 million), followed by the Netherlands (10%) and Germany (7%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 313% on the year.
What is the average import price of food processing machinery parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.20 per kg in 2024, 57% below the world average of $26.28 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of food processing machinery parts to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.9 million in 2017 to $13.3 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2018 at $16.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.0 million a year.
Does Kenya also export food processing machinery parts?
Yes. Kenya exported $260 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, South Africa and France. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $13.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for food processing machinery parts?
The HS code for food processing machinery parts is subheading 8438.90. 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 8438 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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