Glass fiber imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported glass fiber worth $4.1 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 26% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $5.5 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 | $4.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $5.5M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $5.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 754 t |
Where Kenya imports glass fiber from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+92% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.2M | 54% |
| United Kingdom | $694K | 17% |
| India | $435K | 11% |
| United States | $151K | 3.7% |
| Egypt | $111K | 2.7% |
| Malaysia | $110K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $69K | 1.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $64K | 1.6% |
| France | $47K | 1.2% |
| Latvia | $41K | 1% |
Product types under HS 7019
| 7019.90 | Glass fibre products (other) | 52% |
| 7019.32 | Glass fibre non-woven sheets | 19% |
| 7019.31 | Glass fibre mats | 9.8% |
| 7019.12 | Glass fibre rovings | 7% |
| 7019.59 | Woven glass fibre fabrics (other) | 4.3% |
| 7019.39 | Glass fibre boards and mattresses | 3.1% |
| 7019.40 | Woven glass fibre fabric | 3% |
| 7019.11 | Chopped glass fibres | 1.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7019.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.88 per kg, 24% below the world average of $2.48, 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.
Glass fiber exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $586 thousand of glass fiber in 2024 (219 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Uganda (46%), Tanzania (23%), Saudi Arabia (19%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $271K | 46% |
| Tanzania | $136K | 23% |
| Saudi Arabia | $114K | 20% |
| Rwanda | $30K | 5.2% |
| DR Congo | $19K | 3.2% |
| Nigeria | $9K | 1.6% |
| Zambia | $5K | 0.9% |
| South Sudan | $0K | 0.1% |
| Slovakia | $0K | 0% |
| Cameroon | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya glass fiber imports (HS 7019): 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 7019: Glass fibres (including glass wool) and articles thereof (e.g. yarn, rovings, woven fabrics).
Common questions
What is the value of glass fiber imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported glass fiber worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 102nd of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply glass fiber to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by the United Kingdom (17%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 92% on the year.
What is the average import price of glass fiber per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.88 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $2.48 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of glass fiber to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, an increase of 113%. The peak was 2023 at $5.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
Does Kenya also export glass fiber?
Yes. Kenya exported $586 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Tanzania and Saudi Arabia. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for glass fiber?
The HS code for glass fiber is heading 7019. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 7019.90 (52% of the value) and 7019.32 (19%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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