Halogenated hydrocarbon imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $3.1 million of halogenated hydrocarbon in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 16% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $6.4 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 | $3.1M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $6.4M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 2.6K t |
Where Kenya imports halogenated hydrocarbon from
Most of the value came from China (45%), India (42%), Germany (3%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+127% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.4M | 45% |
| India | $1.3M | 42% |
| Germany | $80K | 2.6% |
| Belgium | $78K | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $78K | 2.6% |
| France | $34K | 1.1% |
| Romania | $32K | 1.1% |
| Singapore | $31K | 1% |
| United States | $23K | 0.8% |
| South Africa | $22K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 2903
| 2903.91 | Chlorobenzene and dichlorobenzenes | 25% |
| 2903.12 | Dichloromethane | 21% |
| 2903.39 | Fluorinated brominated and iodinated hydrocarbons | 13% |
| 2903.29 | Unsaturated chlorinated hydrocarbons (other) | 10% |
| 2903.71 | Chlorodifluoromethane | 8.9% |
| 2903.21 | Vinyl chloride | 8.2% |
| 2903.19 | Saturated chlorinated hydrocarbons (other) | 4.9% |
| 2903.23 | Tetrachloroethylene | 4.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2903.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.20 per kg, close to the world average of $1.20.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Halogenated hydrocarbon exports from Kenya
Exports of halogenated hydrocarbon by Kenya reached $256 thousand in 2024 (102 tonnes). Most of it went to Somalia (40%), Tanzania (39%), Uganda (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+724% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Somalia | $102K | 40% |
| Tanzania | $101K | 39% |
| Uganda | $40K | 16% |
| Rwanda | $10K | 3.7% |
| South Sudan | $4K | 1.4% |
| Djibouti | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya halogenated hydrocarbon imports (HS 2903): 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 2903: Halogenated derivatives of hydrocarbons.
Common questions
What is the value of halogenated hydrocarbon imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported halogenated hydrocarbon worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 87th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply halogenated hydrocarbon to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by India (42%) and Germany (3%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 408% on the year.
What is the average import price of halogenated hydrocarbon per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.20 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of halogenated hydrocarbon to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 28%. The peak was 2022 at $6.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
Does Kenya also export halogenated hydrocarbon?
Yes. Kenya exported $256 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Somalia, Tanzania and Uganda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for halogenated hydrocarbon?
The HS code for halogenated hydrocarbon is heading 2903. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 2903.91 (25% of the value) and 2903.12 (21%).
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