Liquid fuel cookers imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of liquid fuel cookers by Kenya reached $3.2 million in 2024 (748 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 196 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 934% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $11.6 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 | $3.2M | 748 t |
| 2023 | $307K | 90 t |
| 2022 | $1.7M | 124 t |
| 2021 | $11.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 712 t |
| 2019 | $763K | 363 t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 503 t |
Where Kenya imports liquid fuel cookers from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 88% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.8M | 88% |
| China | $380K | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2K | 0.1% |
| United States | $2K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0% |
| Bangladesh | $1K | 0% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
| Egypt | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.24 per kg, 21% below the world average of $5.36, 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.
Liquid fuel cookers exports from Kenya
Exports of liquid fuel cookers by Kenya reached $271 thousand in 2024 (45 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Tanzania accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $195K | 72% |
| Nigeria | $73K | 27% |
| Uganda | $2K | 0.7% |
| South Sudan | $0K | 0.1% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0.1% |
| Seychelles | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya liquid fuel cookers imports (HS 7321.12): 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 7321.12: Cooking appliances and plate warmers: for liquid fuel, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of liquid fuel cookers imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported liquid fuel cookers worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 748 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 196 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 934% on 2023.
Which countries supply liquid fuel cookers to Kenya?
India was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by China (12%) and the United Arab Emirates (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 195% on the year.
What is the average import price of liquid fuel cookers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.24 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $5.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of liquid fuel cookers to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, an increase of 43%. The peak was 2021 at $11.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
Does Kenya also export liquid fuel cookers?
Yes. Kenya exported $271 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, Nigeria and Uganda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for liquid fuel cookers?
The HS code for liquid fuel cookers is subheading 7321.12. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7321 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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