Fragrance compound imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $133.1 million of fragrance compound in 2024 (6.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 41% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $133.1M | 6.5K t |
| 2023 | $94.6M | 4.6K t |
| 2022 | $92.8M | 4.5K t |
| 2021 | $94.3M | 4.9K t |
| 2020 | $72.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $97.1M | 4.9K t |
| 2018 | $102.4M | 5.0K t |
| 2017 | $90.9M | 4.1K t |
Where Kenya imports fragrance compound from
Eswatini alone supplied 62% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+77% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Eswatini | $83.0M | 62% |
| India | $13.2M | 9.9% |
| South Africa | $9.7M | 7.3% |
| France | $4.3M | 3.2% |
| Ireland | $4.0M | 3% |
| Spain | $4.0M | 3% |
| Germany | $3.8M | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $2.1M | 1.6% |
| Egypt | $1.5M | 1.2% |
| United States | $1.4M | 1.1% |
Product types under HS 3302
| 3302.10 | Food flavoring compound | 84% |
| 3302.90 | Odoriferous substances and mixtures: used as raw materials in industries other than the food or drink industries | 17% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3302.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.38 per kg, close to the world average of $21.21.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fragrance compound exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $2.1 million of fragrance compound in 2024 (290 tonnes). Most of it went to Uganda (29%), Ethiopia (22%), Tanzania (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+477% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $605K | 29% |
| Ethiopia | $468K | 22% |
| Tanzania | $315K | 15% |
| Ireland | $217K | 10% |
| Jordan | $195K | 9.2% |
| Rwanda | $127K | 6% |
| Zambia | $74K | 3.5% |
| South Africa | $41K | 1.9% |
| Malawi | $20K | 0.9% |
| Burundi | $18K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya fragrance compound imports (HS 3302): 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 3302: Odoriferous substances and mixtures (including alcoholic solutions) with a basis of one or more of these substances, of a kind used as raw materials in industry; other preparations based on odoriferous substances, of a kind used for beverage manufacture.
Common questions
What is the value of fragrance compound imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported fragrance compound worth $133.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 51st of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply fragrance compound to Kenya?
Eswatini was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($83.0 million), followed by India (10%) and South Africa (7%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 169% on the year.
What is the average import price of fragrance compound per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.38 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $21.21 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of fragrance compound to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $90.9 million in 2017 to $133.1 million in 2024, an increase of 46%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $97.3 million a year.
Does Kenya also export fragrance compound?
Yes. Kenya exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Ethiopia and Tanzania. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $131.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for fragrance compound?
The HS code for fragrance compound is heading 3302. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 3302.10 (83% of the value) and 3302.90 (17%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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