Multi-ply coated paper (non-graphic) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported multi-ply coated paper (non-graphic) worth $23.7 million (38.7 thousand tonnes). That is 13% 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 | $23.7M | 38.7K t |
| 2023 | $21.0M | 32.1K t |
| 2022 | $28.7M | 29.5K t |
| 2021 | $23.9M | 30.4K t |
| 2020 | $15.9M | 21.1K t |
| 2019 | $15.2M | 20.2K t |
| 2018 | $7.7M | 11.7K t |
| 2017 | $6.9M | 10.4K t |
Where Kenya imports multi-ply coated paper (non-graphic) from
The largest suppliers were India (39%), Sweden (19%), China (17%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+33% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $9.3M | 39% |
| Sweden | $4.6M | 19% |
| China | $3.9M | 17% |
| South Korea | $3.7M | 16% |
| Austria | $658K | 2.8% |
| New Zealand | $265K | 1.1% |
| Finland | $240K | 1% |
| Indonesia | $171K | 0.7% |
| Malaysia | $168K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $134K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.61 per kg, 33% below the world average of $0.91, 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.
Multi-ply coated paper (non-graphic) exports from Kenya
Exports of multi-ply coated paper (non-graphic) by Kenya reached $383 thousand in 2024 (409 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Rwanda accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+917% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $308K | 80% |
| Serbia | $58K | 15% |
| Uganda | $16K | 4.3% |
| Somalia | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya multi-ply coated paper (non-graphic) imports (HS 4810.92): 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 4810.92: Paper and paperboard: multi-ply, coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances only, for non-graphic purposes, n.e.c. in heading no. 4810, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of multi-ply coated paper (non-graphic) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported multi-ply coated paper (non-graphic) worth $23.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 38.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 178 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply multi-ply coated paper (non-graphic) to Kenya?
India was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($9.3 million), followed by Sweden (19%) and China (17%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. New Zealand grew fastest among the top ten, up 552% on the year.
What is the average import price of multi-ply coated paper (non-graphic) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.61 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $0.91 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of multi-ply coated paper (non-graphic) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.9 million in 2017 to $23.7 million in 2024, an increase of 245%. The peak was 2022 at $28.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.9 million a year.
Does Kenya also export multi-ply coated paper (non-graphic)?
Yes. Kenya exported $383 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Rwanda, Serbia and Uganda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $23.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for multi-ply coated paper (non-graphic)?
The HS code for multi-ply coated paper (non-graphic) is subheading 4810.92. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4810 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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