Light testliner (recycled linerboard, under 150g/m2) exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Kenya exported light testliner (recycled linerboard, under 150g/m2) worth $2.7 million (4.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 51% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 42% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $5.6 million.
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 | $2.7M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $5.4M | 8.5K t |
| 2022 | $5.6M | 7.8K t |
| 2021 | $4.1M | 7.4K t |
| 2020 | $765K | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $994K | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $233K | 452 t |
Where Kenya exports light testliner (recycled linerboard, under 150g/m2) to
One buyer market dominates: Tanzania accounted for 73% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $1.9M | 73% |
| Uganda | $703K | 26% |
| Burundi | $21K | 0.8% |
| Rwanda | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.62 per kg, 27% above the world average of $0.49. 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.
Light testliner (recycled linerboard, under 150g/m2) imports to Kenya
Kenya imported $1.7 million of light testliner (recycled linerboard, under 150g/m2) in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Egypt (29%), Spain (28%), Malaysia (16%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+288% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $485K | 29% |
| Spain | $461K | 28% |
| Malaysia | $264K | 16% |
| India | $251K | 15% |
| France | $57K | 3.4% |
| Germany | $50K | 3% |
| Belgium | $22K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $21K | 1.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $13K | 0.8% |
| China | $13K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya light testliner (recycled linerboard, under 150g/m2) exports (HS 4805.24): 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 4805.24: Paper & paperboard: uncoated, testliner (recycled linerboard), weight 150g/m2, or less, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of light testliner (recycled linerboard, under 150g/m2) exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported light testliner (recycled linerboard, under 150g/m2) worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 96 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 51% on 2023.
Which countries buy light testliner (recycled linerboard, under 150g/m2) from Kenya?
Tanzania was the largest buyer with 73% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Uganda (26%) and Burundi (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of light testliner (recycled linerboard, under 150g/m2) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.62 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $0.49 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of light testliner (recycled linerboard, under 150g/m2) from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $233 thousand in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $5.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.6 million a year.
Does Kenya also import light testliner (recycled linerboard, under 150g/m2)?
Yes. Kenya imported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Egypt, Spain and Malaysia. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for light testliner (recycled linerboard, under 150g/m2)?
The HS code for light testliner (recycled linerboard, under 150g/m2) is subheading 4805.24. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4805 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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