Hot-rolled steel angles imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported hot-rolled steel angles worth $3.3 million (4.3 thousand tonnes). That is 14% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $6.7 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 | $3.3M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 5.0K t |
| 2022 | $5.8M | 7.1K t |
| 2021 | $6.7M | 8.1K t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 5.8K t |
| 2019 | $3.7M | 5.6K t |
| 2018 | $4.5M | 5.7K t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 3.0K t |
Where Kenya imports hot-rolled steel angles from
One supplier dominates: Uganda accounted for 86% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $2.9M | 86% |
| India | $131K | 4% |
| China | $105K | 3.2% |
| Tanzania | $83K | 2.5% |
| Italy | $59K | 1.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $34K | 1% |
| Turkey | $33K | 1% |
| South Africa | $11K | 0.3% |
| South Korea | $7K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.77 per kg, 21% below the world average of $0.97, 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.
Hot-rolled steel angles exports from Kenya
Exports of hot-rolled steel angles by Kenya reached $2.4 million in 2024 (2.8 thousand tonnes). Uganda alone took 72% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+41% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $1.7M | 72% |
| Rwanda | $283K | 12% |
| Burundi | $263K | 11% |
| Tanzania | $93K | 3.9% |
| DR Congo | $24K | 1% |
| South Sudan | $15K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya hot-rolled steel angles imports (HS 7216.50): 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 7216.50: Iron or non-alloy steel: angles, shapes and sections, n.e.c. in heading no. 7216, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded.
Common questions
What is the value of hot-rolled steel angles imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported hot-rolled steel angles worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 198 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply hot-rolled steel angles to Kenya?
Uganda was the largest supplier with 86% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by India (4%) and China (3%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 260% on the year.
What is the average import price of hot-rolled steel angles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.77 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $0.97 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of hot-rolled steel angles to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 112%. The peak was 2021 at $6.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.1 million a year.
Does Kenya also export hot-rolled steel angles?
Yes. Kenya exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $932 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for hot-rolled steel angles?
The HS code for hot-rolled steel angles is subheading 7216.50. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7216 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Kenya reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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