Miscellaneous essential oil imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $2.2 million of miscellaneous essential oil in 2024 (56 tonnes). That is 25% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $7.0 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 | $2.2M | 56 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 96 t |
| 2022 | $6.1M | 120 t |
| 2021 | $6.1M | 155 t |
| 2020 | $6.3M | 148 t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 125 t |
| 2018 | $7.0M | 158 t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 67 t |
Where Kenya imports miscellaneous essential oil from
Madagascar alone supplied 75% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+70% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Madagascar | $1.6M | 76% |
| India | $231K | 11% |
| China | $111K | 5.1% |
| South Africa | $68K | 3.1% |
| United States | $47K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $27K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $20K | 0.9% |
| Australia | $7K | 0.3% |
| Indonesia | $7K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $5K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $39.09 per kg, close to the world average of $38.74.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Miscellaneous essential oil exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported miscellaneous essential oil worth $6.8 million (120 tonnes). United States alone took 80% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+403% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $5.4M | 80% |
| Ireland | $465K | 6.9% |
| Belgium | $337K | 5% |
| United Kingdom | $298K | 4.4% |
| Japan | $79K | 1.2% |
| China | $23K | 0.3% |
| France | $22K | 0.3% |
| Canada | $19K | 0.3% |
| Switzerland | $17K | 0.3% |
| Finland | $14K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya miscellaneous essential oil imports (HS 3301.29): 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 3301.29: Oils, essential: n.e.c. in heading no. 3301 (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes.
Common questions
What is the value of miscellaneous essential oil imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported miscellaneous essential oil worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 56 tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply miscellaneous essential oil to Kenya?
Madagascar was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by India (11%) and China (5%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 850% on the year.
What is the average import price of miscellaneous essential oil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $39.09 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $38.74 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of miscellaneous essential oil to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, a fall of 39%. The peak was 2018 at $7.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
Does Kenya also export miscellaneous essential oil?
Yes. Kenya exported $6.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Ireland and Belgium. That compares with imports of $2.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for miscellaneous essential oil?
The HS code for miscellaneous essential oil is subheading 3301.29. It sits in HS chapter 33 (essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3301 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Kenya. Tell us your product to see it live.
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