Mineral crushing and grinding machines imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $10.2 million of mineral crushing and grinding machines in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). That is 70% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $87.0 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 | $10.2M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $34.3M | 8.4K t |
| 2022 | $63.3M | 7.3K t |
| 2021 | $53.8M | 7.0K t |
| 2020 | $25.5M | 5.9K t |
| 2019 | $87.0M | 11.6K t |
| 2018 | $10.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $17.2M | 2.4K t |
Where Kenya imports mineral crushing and grinding machines from
China alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest (+285% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.3M | 52% |
| India | $2.7M | 26% |
| Italy | $886K | 8.7% |
| Sweden | $477K | 4.7% |
| Turkey | $255K | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $224K | 2.2% |
| Portugal | $113K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $71K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $70K | 0.7% |
| United States | $46K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.75 per kg, 43% below the world average of $6.56, 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.
Mineral crushing and grinding machines exports from Kenya
Exports of mineral crushing and grinding machines by Kenya reached $408 thousand in 2024 (130 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Uganda (49%), India (31%), Madagascar (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $202K | 50% |
| India | $128K | 31% |
| Madagascar | $26K | 6.4% |
| Rwanda | $21K | 5% |
| Somalia | $12K | 3% |
| Zambia | $11K | 2.8% |
| DR Congo | $7K | 1.8% |
| South Sudan | $1K | 0.2% |
| Seychelles | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya mineral crushing and grinding machines imports (HS 8474.20): 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 8474.20: Machines: for crushing or grinding earth, stone, ores or other mineral substances.
Common questions
What is the value of mineral crushing and grinding machines imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported mineral crushing and grinding machines worth $10.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 79th of 208 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 70% on 2023.
Which countries supply mineral crushing and grinding machines to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by India (26%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 285% on the year.
What is the average import price of mineral crushing and grinding machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.75 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $6.56 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of mineral crushing and grinding machines to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.2 million in 2017 to $10.2 million in 2024, a fall of 40%. The peak was 2019 at $87.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $37.7 million a year.
Does Kenya also export mineral crushing and grinding machines?
Yes. Kenya exported $408 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, India and Madagascar. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $9.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for mineral crushing and grinding machines?
The HS code for mineral crushing and grinding machines is subheading 8474.20. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8474 page.
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