Liqueurs and cordials imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported liqueurs and cordials worth $4.3 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 20% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $4.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $4.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $5.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 778 t |
| 2018 | $4.7M | 896 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 382 t |
Where Kenya imports liqueurs and cordials from
Most of the value came from South Africa (19%), Mexico (15%), Germany (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+254% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $815K | 19% |
| Mexico | $654K | 15% |
| Germany | $584K | 14% |
| Ireland | $468K | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $365K | 8.4% |
| Spain | $365K | 8.4% |
| Italy | $282K | 6.5% |
| France | $148K | 3.4% |
| China | $132K | 3.1% |
| Netherlands | $110K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.39 per kg, 47% below the world average of $6.44, 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.
Liqueurs and cordials exports from Kenya
Exports of liqueurs and cordials by Kenya reached $355 thousand in 2024 (105 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (27%), France (11%), China (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Ghana grew fastest (+286% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $95K | 27% |
| France | $38K | 11% |
| China | $36K | 10% |
| Rwanda | $22K | 6.2% |
| Ghana | $21K | 6% |
| Netherlands | $20K | 5.7% |
| Tanzania | $16K | 4.5% |
| Ethiopia | $12K | 3.2% |
| South Africa | $11K | 3% |
| Taiwan | $11K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya liqueurs and cordials imports (HS 2208.70): 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 2208.70: Liqueurs and cordials.
Common questions
What is the value of liqueurs and cordials imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported liqueurs and cordials worth $4.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 75th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply liqueurs and cordials to Kenya?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 19% of the value ($814 thousand), followed by Mexico (15%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 254% on the year.
What is the average import price of liqueurs and cordials per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.39 per kg in 2024, 47% below the world average of $6.44 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of liqueurs and cordials to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $4.3 million in 2024, an increase of 110%. The peak was 2021 at $5.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.0 million a year.
Does Kenya also export liqueurs and cordials?
Yes. Kenya exported $355 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, France and China. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for liqueurs and cordials?
The HS code for liqueurs and cordials is subheading 2208.70. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2208 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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