Fuel and oil additive imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fuel and oil additive by Kenya reached $5.1 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Value fell 9% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $7.1 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 | $5.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $5.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $7.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 810 t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 886 t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 596 t |
Where Kenya imports fuel and oil additive from
Most of the value came from France (37%), Germany (22%), United Kingdom (15%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+202% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.9M | 37% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 22% |
| United Kingdom | $758K | 15% |
| Belgium | $571K | 11% |
| India | $486K | 9.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $104K | 2% |
| Australia | $92K | 1.8% |
| China | $26K | 0.5% |
| United States | $23K | 0.4% |
| Norway | $13K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.76 per kg, close to the world average of $3.98.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fuel and oil additive exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $272 thousand of fuel and oil additive in 2024 (94 tonnes). Most of it went to Rwanda (42%), Tanzania (24%), Uganda (23%). Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+57% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $114K | 42% |
| Tanzania | $65K | 24% |
| Uganda | $62K | 23% |
| Zambia | $16K | 6% |
| South Sudan | $6K | 2.3% |
| Burundi | $6K | 2.2% |
| Nigeria | $2K | 0.7% |
| DR Congo | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya fuel and oil additive imports (HS 3811.90): 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 3811.90: Oxidation and gum inhibitors, viscosity improvers, anti-corrosive preparations, other prepared additives for mineral oils or liquids used as mineral oils (including gasoline), n.e.c. in heading no. 3811.
Common questions
What is the value of fuel and oil additive imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported fuel and oil additive worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply fuel and oil additive to Kenya?
France was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Germany (22%) and the United Kingdom (15%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 202% on the year.
What is the average import price of fuel and oil additive per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.76 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $3.98 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fuel and oil additive to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024, an increase of 155%. The peak was 2022 at $7.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
Does Kenya also export fuel and oil additive?
Yes. Kenya exported $272 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $4.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for fuel and oil additive?
The HS code for fuel and oil additive is subheading 3811.90. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3811 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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