Low-density polyethylene imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported low-density polyethylene worth $93.4 million (80.2 thousand tonnes). That is 12% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $93.4M | 80.2K t |
| 2023 | $83.3M | 71.7K t |
| 2022 | $106.0M | 69.9K t |
| 2021 | $105.7M | 75.8K t |
| 2020 | $68.5M | 69.4K t |
| 2019 | $72.4M | 64.1K t |
| 2018 | $34.3M | 26.5K t |
| 2017 | $27.1M | 20.8K t |
Where Kenya imports low-density polyethylene from
Most of the value came from Saudi Arabia (26%), India (22%), Qatar (18%). Among the main suppliers, Oman grew fastest (+118% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $24.2M | 26% |
| India | $21.0M | 23% |
| Qatar | $17.0M | 18% |
| United Arab Emirates | $10.3M | 11% |
| Singapore | $3.8M | 4.1% |
| Oman | $2.9M | 3.1% |
| South Korea | $2.9M | 3.1% |
| Brazil | $2.5M | 2.6% |
| United States | $2.1M | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $1.5M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.16 per kg, close to the world average of $1.26.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Low-density polyethylene exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $3.2 million of low-density polyethylene in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). Rwanda alone took 51% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $1.6M | 51% |
| Uganda | $929K | 29% |
| Ethiopia | $333K | 10% |
| Tanzania | $298K | 9.2% |
| Zambia | $39K | 1.2% |
| South Sudan | $2K | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0% |
| China | $1K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya low-density polyethylene imports (HS 3901.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 3901.10: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of less than 0.94.
Common questions
What is the value of low-density polyethylene imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported low-density polyethylene worth $93.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 80.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply low-density polyethylene to Kenya?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($24.2 million), followed by India (22%) and Qatar (18%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Oman grew fastest among the top ten, up 118% on the year.
What is the average import price of low-density polyethylene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.16 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $1.26 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of low-density polyethylene to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $27.1 million in 2017 to $93.4 million in 2024, an increase of 245%. The peak was 2022 at $106.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $73.8 million a year.
Does Kenya also export low-density polyethylene?
Yes. Kenya exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Rwanda, Uganda and Ethiopia. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $90.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for low-density polyethylene?
The HS code for low-density polyethylene is subheading 3901.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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