Marker imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of marker by Kenya reached $3.4 million in 2024 (278 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $3.4M | 278 t |
| 2023 | $3.3M | 278 t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 276 t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 98 t |
| 2020 | $829K | 179 t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 126 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 396 t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 124 t |
Where Kenya imports marker from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 81% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.8M | 81% |
| India | $224K | 6.6% |
| Malaysia | $142K | 4.1% |
| Germany | $78K | 2.3% |
| Singapore | $52K | 1.5% |
| Japan | $32K | 0.9% |
| France | $32K | 0.9% |
| South Africa | $19K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $15K | 0.4% |
| Israel | $15K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.31 per kg, close to the world average of $10.63.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya marker imports (HS 9608.20): 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 9608.20: Pens: felt tipped and other porous-tipped pens and markers.
Common questions
What is the value of marker imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported marker worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 278 tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply marker to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by India (7%) and Malaysia (4%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 110% on the year.
What is the average import price of marker per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.31 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $10.63 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of marker to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, an increase of 71%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for marker?
The HS code for marker is subheading 9608.20. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9608 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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