Integrated circuits imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of integrated circuits by Kenya reached $14.8 million in 2024 (77 tonnes). That is 17% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% a year on average.
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 | $14.8M | 77 t |
| 2023 | $12.7M | 107 t |
| 2022 | $6.7M | 60 t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 14 t |
| 2020 | $4.1M | 68 t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 45 t |
| 2018 | $14.4M | 61 t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 11 t |
Where Kenya imports integrated circuits from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 73% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.8M | 73% |
| United States | $1.7M | 11% |
| Germany | $430K | 2.9% |
| South Africa | $400K | 2.7% |
| Malaysia | $244K | 1.6% |
| Taiwan | $174K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $143K | 1% |
| Italy | $131K | 0.9% |
| India | $116K | 0.8% |
| Lebanon | $106K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 8542
| 8542.31 | Microprocessors and microcontrollers | 79% |
| 8542.39 | Other integrated circuits | 11% |
| 8542.32 | Memory chips | 6.9% |
| 8542.90 | Integrated circuit parts | 1.8% |
| 8542.33 | Amplifier integrated circuits | 0.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8542.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $192.36 per kg, 81% below the world average of $1,024.79, 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.
Integrated circuits exports from Kenya
Exports of integrated circuits by Kenya reached $2.1 million in 2024 (254 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Japan (31%), France (19%), Taiwan (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Taiwan grew fastest (+341% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $636K | 31% |
| France | $384K | 19% |
| Taiwan | $363K | 18% |
| Germany | $287K | 14% |
| Lithuania | $117K | 5.7% |
| Netherlands | $105K | 5.1% |
| Turkey | $33K | 1.6% |
| DR Congo | $30K | 1.5% |
| Sweden | $25K | 1.2% |
| South Korea | $19K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya integrated circuits imports (HS 8542): 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 8542: Electronic integrated circuits.
Common questions
What is the value of integrated circuits imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported integrated circuits worth $14.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 77 tonnes. That ranks it 79th of 222 countries worldwide. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply integrated circuits to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($10.8 million), followed by the United States (11%) and Germany (3%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 931% on the year.
What is the average import price of integrated circuits per kg?
The average declared import value was about $192.36 per kg in 2024, 81% below the world average of $1,024.79 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of integrated circuits to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $14.8 million in 2024, an increase of 440%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.8 million a year.
Does Kenya also export integrated circuits?
Yes. Kenya exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Japan, France and Taiwan. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $12.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for integrated circuits?
The HS code for integrated circuits is heading 8542. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 8542.31 (79% of the value) and 8542.39 (11%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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