Metal hooks imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of metal hooks by Kenya reached $2.4 million in 2024 (604 tonnes). That is 32% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $5.1 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 | $2.4M | 604 t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 293 t |
| 2022 | $5.1M | 289 t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 273 t |
| 2020 | $784K | 212 t |
| 2019 | $931K | 229 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 388 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 270 t |
Where Kenya imports metal hooks from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 76% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+247% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.8M | 77% |
| India | $152K | 6.4% |
| Hong Kong | $142K | 5.9% |
| South Korea | $136K | 5.7% |
| Taiwan | $73K | 3.1% |
| Singapore | $14K | 0.6% |
| Turkey | $12K | 0.5% |
| United States | $5K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $5K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.94 per kg, 59% below the world average of $9.54, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya metal hooks imports (HS 8308.10): 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 8308.10: Hooks, eyes and eyelets: of base metal, of a kind used for clothing, footwear, awnings, handbags, travel goods or other made up articles.
Common questions
What is the value of metal hooks imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported metal hooks worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 604 tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal hooks to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by India (6%) and Hong Kong (6%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 258% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal hooks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.94 per kg in 2024, 59% below the world average of $9.54 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal hooks to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 99%. The peak was 2022 at $5.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal hooks?
The HS code for metal hooks is subheading 8308.10. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8308 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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