Lamp metal parts imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported lamp metal parts worth $11.4 million (678 tonnes). Value rose 143% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% 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 | $11.4M | 678 t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $11.2M | 573 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 515 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 620 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 240 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 381 t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 316 t |
Where Kenya imports lamp metal parts from
China alone supplied 95% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+180% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.9M | 96% |
| India | $128K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $80K | 0.7% |
| United States | $70K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $65K | 0.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $30K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $24K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $20K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $14K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $13K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.87 per kg, 103% above the world average of $8.32. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya lamp metal parts imports (HS 9405.99): 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 9405.99: Lamps and light fittings: parts thereof, of materials other than glass or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of lamp metal parts imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported lamp metal parts worth $11.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 678 tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 143% on 2023.
Which countries supply lamp metal parts to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($10.9 million), followed by India (1%) and the United Kingdom (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 180% on the year.
What is the average import price of lamp metal parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.87 per kg in 2024, 103% above the world average of $8.32 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of lamp metal parts to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $11.4 million in 2024, an increase of 487%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for lamp metal parts?
The HS code for lamp metal parts is subheading 9405.99. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9405 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Kenya. Tell us your product to see it live.
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