Lifting and handling machinery (other) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of lifting and handling machinery (other) by Kenya reached $6.2 million in 2024 (921 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $42.6 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 | $6.2M | 921 t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $10.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $42.6M | 3.9K t |
| 2020 | $22.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $34.2M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $8.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 602 t |
Where Kenya imports lifting and handling machinery (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (30%), Germany (22%), India (12%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+572% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.8M | 30% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 22% |
| India | $773K | 12% |
| Hong Kong | $430K | 6.9% |
| Sweden | $343K | 5.5% |
| Uganda | $330K | 5.3% |
| South Africa | $299K | 4.8% |
| Colombia | $150K | 2.4% |
| United States | $139K | 2.2% |
| Turkey | $110K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.77 per kg, 49% below the world average of $13.32, 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.
Lifting and handling machinery (other) exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $233 thousand of lifting and handling machinery (other) in 2024 (37 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Somalia accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Somalia grew fastest (+496% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Somalia | $187K | 80% |
| Mauritius | $40K | 17% |
| Rwanda | $3K | 1.3% |
| Malawi | $2K | 0.8% |
| Tanzania | $1K | 0.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya lifting and handling machinery (other) imports (HS 8428.90): 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 8428.90: Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery: n.e.c. in heading no. 8425, 8426, 8427 or 8428.
Common questions
What is the value of lifting and handling machinery (other) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported lifting and handling machinery (other) worth $6.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 921 tonnes. That ranks it 99th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply lifting and handling machinery (other) to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Germany (22%) and India (12%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 572% on the year.
What is the average import price of lifting and handling machinery (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.77 per kg in 2024, 49% below the world average of $13.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of lifting and handling machinery (other) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $6.2 million in 2024, an increase of 42%. The peak was 2021 at $42.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.8 million a year.
Does Kenya also export lifting and handling machinery (other)?
Yes. Kenya exported $233 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Somalia, Mauritius and Rwanda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $6.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for lifting and handling machinery (other)?
The HS code for lifting and handling machinery (other) is subheading 8428.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8428 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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