Herbicide imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported herbicide worth $44.5 million (13.0 thousand tonnes). Value fell 43% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $78.2 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 | $44.5M | 13.0K t |
| 2023 | $78.2M | 11.1K t |
| 2022 | $56.8M | 6.0K t |
| 2021 | $30.5M | 7.4K t |
| 2020 | $38.7M | 12.7K t |
| 2019 | $23.8M | 6.0K t |
| 2018 | $39.9M | 15.4K t |
| 2017 | $26.9M | 9.7K t |
Where Kenya imports herbicide from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+64% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $29.9M | 67% |
| Belgium | $4.2M | 9.4% |
| India | $2.1M | 4.8% |
| Switzerland | $1.8M | 4.1% |
| France | $1.5M | 3.4% |
| South Africa | $1.1M | 2.6% |
| United States | $948K | 2.1% |
| Israel | $906K | 2% |
| Germany | $618K | 1.4% |
| Hungary | $486K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.43 per kg, 30% below the world average of $4.91, 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.
Herbicide exports from Kenya
Exports of herbicide by Kenya reached $1.2 million in 2024 (187 tonnes). Most of it went to Tanzania (34%), Uganda (27%), Ethiopia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+110% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $405K | 34% |
| Uganda | $318K | 27% |
| Ethiopia | $174K | 15% |
| Rwanda | $116K | 9.7% |
| Zambia | $99K | 8.3% |
| Togo | $38K | 3.2% |
| Malawi | $27K | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $16K | 1.3% |
| Somalia | $0K | 0% |
| Ghana | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya herbicide imports (HS 3808.93): 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 3808.93: Herbicides, anti-sprouting products and plant-growth regulators: other than containing goods of Subheading Note 1 to this Chapter: put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles.
Common questions
What is the value of herbicide imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported herbicide worth $44.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 61st of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply herbicide to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($29.9 million), followed by Belgium (9%) and India (5%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Hungary grew fastest among the top ten, up 174% on the year.
What is the average import price of herbicide per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.43 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $4.91 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of herbicide to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.9 million in 2017 to $44.5 million in 2024, an increase of 66%. The peak was 2023 at $78.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $42.4 million a year.
Does Kenya also export herbicide?
Yes. Kenya exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, Uganda and Ethiopia. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $43.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for herbicide?
The HS code for herbicide is subheading 3808.93. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3808 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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