Lamb and mutton exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of lamb and mutton by Kenya reached $132.4 million in 2024 (25.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 125 countries for exports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 54% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $132.4M | 25.0K t |
| 2023 | $133.2M | 25.3K t |
| 2022 | $98.0M | 19.6K t |
| 2021 | $78.0M | 15.6K t |
| 2020 | $69.1M | 13.0K t |
| 2019 | $54.4M | 9.8K t |
| 2018 | $29.8M | 5.2K t |
| 2017 | $6.6M | 1.1K t |
Where Kenya exports lamb and mutton to
United Arab Emirates alone took 61% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Iran grew fastest (+184% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $81.4M | 61% |
| Saudi Arabia | $16.6M | 13% |
| Bahrain | $15.8M | 12% |
| Kuwait | $10.4M | 7.8% |
| Iran | $5.5M | 4.1% |
| Oman | $1.9M | 1.4% |
| DR Congo | $361K | 0.3% |
| Seychelles | $175K | 0.1% |
| Uganda | $99K | 0.1% |
| Cameroon | $65K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 0204
| 0204.50 | Goat meat | 67% |
| 0204.10 | Fresh lamb carcasses | 17% |
| 0204.21 | Fresh mutton carcasses | 15% |
| 0204.42 | Frozen sheep cuts with bone | 0.7% |
| 0204.41 | Frozen mutton carcasses | 0.4% |
| 0204.30 | Frozen lamb carcasses | 0.1% |
| 0204.43 | Frozen boneless sheep cuts | 0.1% |
| 0204.23 | Fresh boneless sheep cuts | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0204.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.30 per kg, close to the world average of $6.21.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Lamb and mutton imports to Kenya
In 2024, Kenya imported lamb and mutton worth $1.4 million (70 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 94% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $1.3M | 94% |
| France | $38K | 2.7% |
| South Africa | $31K | 2.2% |
| Tanzania | $10K | 0.8% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya lamb and mutton exports (HS 0204): 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 0204: Meat of sheep or goats; fresh, chilled or frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of lamb and mutton exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported lamb and mutton worth $132.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 125 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries buy lamb and mutton from Kenya?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 61% of the value ($81.4 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (13%) and Bahrain (12%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 22 buyer countries in total. The Seychelles grew fastest among the top ten, up 352% on the year.
What is the average export price of lamb and mutton per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.30 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $6.21 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of lamb and mutton from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.6 million in 2017 to $132.4 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $133.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $75.2 million a year.
Does Kenya also import lamb and mutton?
Yes. Kenya imported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Saudi Arabia, France and South Africa. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $131.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for lamb and mutton?
The HS code for lamb and mutton is heading 0204. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 0204.50 (67% of the value) and 0204.10 (17%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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