Goat meat exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of goat meat by Kenya reached $88.4 million in 2024 (17.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 64 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 6% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 48% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $88.4M | 17.1K t |
| 2023 | $83.4M | 16.8K t |
| 2022 | $50.4M | 10.6K t |
| 2021 | $46.6M | 10.0K t |
| 2020 | $47.6M | 9.6K t |
| 2019 | $50.6M | 9.1K t |
| 2018 | $28.3M | 4.8K t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 887 t |
Where Kenya exports goat meat to
One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 79% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $70.1M | 79% |
| Saudi Arabia | $14.2M | 16% |
| Oman | $1.4M | 1.6% |
| Kuwait | $1.3M | 1.4% |
| Bahrain | $1.2M | 1.3% |
| DR Congo | $120K | 0.1% |
| Cameroon | $54K | 0.1% |
| Seychelles | $30K | 0% |
| Qatar | $29K | 0% |
| Singapore | $15K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.17 per kg, close to the world average of $5.64.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya goat meat exports (HS 0204.50): 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 0204.50: Meat: of goats, fresh, chilled or frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of goat meat exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported goat meat worth $88.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 64 countries worldwide, with 20% of world exports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy goat meat from Kenya?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 79% of the value ($70.1 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (16%) and Oman (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 16 buyer countries in total. The Seychelles grew fastest among the top ten, up 719% on the year.
What is the average export price of goat meat per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.17 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $5.64 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of goat meat from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $88.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $50.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for goat meat?
The HS code for goat meat is subheading 0204.50. It sits in HS chapter 02 (meat and edible meat offal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0204 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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