Grinding balls imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported grinding balls worth $2.3 million (2.0 thousand tonnes). That is 72% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $3.0 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 | $2.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $1.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 2.3K t |
Where Kenya imports grinding balls from
India alone supplied 53% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+400% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.2M | 53% |
| China | $946K | 41% |
| Spain | $121K | 5.2% |
| Tanzania | $17K | 0.7% |
| Czech Republic | $3K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.13 per kg, close to the world average of $1.25.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Grinding balls exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $865 thousand of grinding balls in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 86% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+328% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $746K | 86% |
| United Arab Emirates | $119K | 14% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya grinding balls imports (HS 7325.91): 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 7325.91: Iron: grinding balls and similar articles for mills, other than of non-malleable cast iron.
Common questions
What is the value of grinding balls imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported grinding balls worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 169 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 72% on 2023.
Which countries supply grinding balls to Kenya?
India was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by China (41%) and Spain (5%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 400% on the year.
What is the average import price of grinding balls per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.13 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $1.25 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of grinding balls to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, a fall of 3%. The peak was 2022 at $3.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.0 million a year.
Does Kenya also export grinding balls?
Yes. Kenya exported $865 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for grinding balls?
The HS code for grinding balls is subheading 7325.91. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7325 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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