Light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $6.2 million of light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) in 2024 (8.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 22% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $8.0 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 | 8.5K t |
| 2023 | $5.0M | 5.8K t |
| 2022 | $4.8M | 4.2K t |
| 2021 | $5.9M | 7.5K t |
| 2020 | $8.0M | 11.8K t |
| 2019 | $5.5M | 6.8K t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 2.9K t |
Where Kenya imports light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) from
Most of the value came from Tanzania (29%), United States (19%), Sweden (9%). Among the main suppliers, Tanzania grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $1.8M | 29% |
| United States | $1.2M | 19% |
| Sweden | $563K | 9.1% |
| Bulgaria | $555K | 9% |
| Finland | $381K | 6.2% |
| Czech Republic | $279K | 4.5% |
| Spain | $260K | 4.2% |
| India | $246K | 4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $237K | 3.9% |
| Germany | $116K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.72 per kg, 31% below the world average of $1.04, 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.
Light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) worth $353 thousand (511 tonnes). Tanzania alone took 97% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $342K | 97% |
| Burundi | $9K | 2.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $2K | 0.7% |
| Rwanda | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) imports (HS 4804.31): 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 4804.31: Kraft paper and paperboard: uncoated, unbleached, weight 150g/m2 or less, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803.
Common questions
What is the value of light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) worth $6.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 195 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) to Kenya?
Tanzania was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by the United States (19%) and Sweden (9%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Bulgaria grew fastest among the top ten, up 212% on the year.
What is the average import price of light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.72 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $1.04 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $6.2 million in 2024, an increase of 178%. The peak was 2020 at $8.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does Kenya also export light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2)?
Yes. Kenya exported $353 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, Burundi and Zimbabwe. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $5.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2)?
The HS code for light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) is subheading 4804.31. 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 4804 page.
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