Glycerol (HS 2905.45) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of glycerol (hs 2905.45) by Kenya reached $5.2 million in 2024 (5.4 thousand tonnes). Value fell 4% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $7.9 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 | $5.2M | 5.4K t |
| 2023 | $5.4M | 5.4K t |
| 2022 | $7.9M | 5.4K t |
| 2021 | $5.4M | 5.2K t |
| 2020 | $3.5M | 4.2K t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $4.7M | 5.4K t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 2.7K t |
Where Kenya imports glycerol (hs 2905.45) from
One supplier dominates: Indonesia accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+39% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $2.6M | 51% |
| Thailand | $1.1M | 22% |
| Malaysia | $535K | 10% |
| Brazil | $411K | 7.9% |
| Singapore | $128K | 2.5% |
| Pakistan | $93K | 1.8% |
| Belgium | $44K | 0.9% |
| Tanzania | $44K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $36K | 0.7% |
| India | $36K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.96 per kg, 26% above the world average of $0.76. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Glycerol (HS 2905.45) exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported glycerol (hs 2905.45) worth $451 thousand (884 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 72% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+249% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $324K | 72% |
| Tanzania | $52K | 12% |
| Malawi | $28K | 6.2% |
| Zambia | $20K | 4.4% |
| Nigeria | $10K | 2.3% |
| Rwanda | $9K | 2% |
| Uganda | $8K | 1.7% |
| Burundi | $0K | 0% |
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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 2905.45: Alcohols: polyhydric, glycerol.
Common questions
What is the value of glycerol (hs 2905.45) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported glycerol (hs 2905.45) worth $5.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 195 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply glycerol (hs 2905.45) to Kenya?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Thailand (22%) and Malaysia (10%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Tanzania grew fastest among the top ten, up 354% on the year.
What is the average import price of glycerol (hs 2905.45) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.96 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $0.76 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of glycerol (hs 2905.45) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $5.2 million in 2024, an increase of 168%. The peak was 2022 at $7.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.6 million a year.
Does Kenya also export glycerol (hs 2905.45)?
Yes. Kenya exported $451 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Tanzania and Malawi. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for glycerol (hs 2905.45)?
The HS code for glycerol (hs 2905.45) is subheading 2905.45. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2905 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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