Gear boxes and speed changers imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported gear boxes and speed changers worth $7.2 million (719 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.7 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 | $7.2M | 719 t |
| 2023 | $7.0M | 549 t |
| 2022 | $9.7M | 503 t |
| 2021 | $7.2M | 303 t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 445 t |
| 2019 | $5.4M | 380 t |
| 2018 | $5.5M | 266 t |
| 2017 | $6.8M | 357 t |
Where Kenya imports gear boxes and speed changers from
Most of the value came from China (29%), India (23%), Denmark (11%). Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest (+747% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.1M | 29% |
| India | $1.6M | 23% |
| Denmark | $759K | 11% |
| South Africa | $598K | 8.3% |
| United States | $391K | 5.4% |
| South Korea | $353K | 4.9% |
| Italy | $250K | 3.5% |
| Turkey | $230K | 3.2% |
| Germany | $214K | 3% |
| Belgium | $156K | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.01 per kg, 43% below the world average of $17.52, 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.
Gear boxes and speed changers exports from Kenya
Exports of gear boxes and speed changers by Kenya reached $249 thousand in 2024 (39 tonnes). Most of it went to Denmark (33%), Mozambique (24%), South Africa (19%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $82K | 33% |
| Mozambique | $60K | 24% |
| South Africa | $46K | 19% |
| United States | $21K | 8.4% |
| Netherlands | $11K | 4.4% |
| Tanzania | $7K | 2.9% |
| Uganda | $6K | 2.5% |
| Italy | $5K | 1.9% |
| Rwanda | $4K | 1.7% |
| Nigeria | $4K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya gear boxes and speed changers imports (HS 8483.40): 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 8483.40: Gears and gearing: (not toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmission elements presented separately): ball or roller screws: gear boxes and other speed changers, including torque converters.
Common questions
What is the value of gear boxes and speed changers imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported gear boxes and speed changers worth $7.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 719 tonnes. That ranks it 94th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply gear boxes and speed changers to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by India (23%) and Denmark (11%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 747% on the year.
What is the average import price of gear boxes and speed changers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.01 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $17.52 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of gear boxes and speed changers to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.8 million in 2017 to $7.2 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. The peak was 2022 at $9.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.7 million a year.
Does Kenya also export gear boxes and speed changers?
Yes. Kenya exported $249 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Denmark, Mozambique and South Africa. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for gear boxes and speed changers?
The HS code for gear boxes and speed changers is subheading 8483.40. 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 8483 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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