Lifts and skip hoists imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of lifts and skip hoists by Kenya reached $16.7 million in 2024 (6.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 7% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $16.7M | 6.0K t |
| 2023 | $15.6M | 4.8K t |
| 2022 | $13.1M | 3.6K t |
| 2021 | $14.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $14.9M | 4.2K t |
| 2019 | $14.6M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $13.6M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $17.1M | 4.5K t |
Where Kenya imports lifts and skip hoists from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 88% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.6M | 88% |
| India | $692K | 4.2% |
| Greece | $228K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $224K | 1.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $220K | 1.3% |
| Turkey | $166K | 1% |
| United States | $140K | 0.8% |
| Switzerland | $88K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $79K | 0.5% |
| Mozambique | $70K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.79 per kg, 46% below the world average of $5.17, 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.
Lifts and skip hoists exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported lifts and skip hoists worth $220 thousand (81 tonnes). Nigeria alone took 84% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $184K | 84% |
| Tanzania | $19K | 8.6% |
| Rwanda | $16K | 7.4% |
| Seychelles | $0K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya lifts and skip hoists imports (HS 8428.10): 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 8428.10: Lifts and skip hoists.
Common questions
What is the value of lifts and skip hoists imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported lifts and skip hoists worth $16.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 209 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply lifts and skip hoists to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($14.6 million), followed by India (4%) and Greece (1%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 443% on the year.
What is the average import price of lifts and skip hoists per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.79 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $5.17 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of lifts and skip hoists to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.1 million in 2017 to $16.7 million in 2024, a fall of 3%. The peak was 2017 at $17.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.0 million a year.
Does Kenya also export lifts and skip hoists?
Yes. Kenya exported $220 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Tanzania and Rwanda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $16.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for lifts and skip hoists?
The HS code for lifts and skip hoists is subheading 8428.10. 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?
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