Multifunction printer copiers imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported multifunction printer copiers worth $7.6 million (640 tonnes). Value fell 11% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $13.1 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 | $7.6M | 640 t |
| 2023 | $8.5M | 679 t |
| 2022 | $10.2M | 609 t |
| 2021 | $8.7M | 579 t |
| 2020 | $10.3M | 791 t |
| 2019 | $13.1M | 911 t |
| 2018 | $11.7M | 936 t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 151 t |
Where Kenya imports multifunction printer copiers from
The largest suppliers were China (42%), Vietnam (16%), Philippines (12%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+168% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.2M | 42% |
| Vietnam | $1.2M | 16% |
| Philippines | $902K | 12% |
| Poland | $410K | 5.4% |
| Netherlands | $343K | 4.5% |
| Germany | $257K | 3.4% |
| Thailand | $247K | 3.3% |
| France | $189K | 2.5% |
| Malaysia | $175K | 2.3% |
| Italy | $136K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.84 per kg, 30% below the world average of $16.81, 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 multifunction printer copiers imports (HS 8443.31): 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 8443.31: Printing, copying, and facsimile machines: machines which perform two or more of the functions of printing, copying or facsimile transmission, capable of connecting to an automatic data processing machine or to a network.
Common questions
What is the value of multifunction printer copiers imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported multifunction printer copiers worth $7.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 640 tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply multifunction printer copiers to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by Vietnam (16%) and the Philippines (12%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 168% on the year.
What is the average import price of multifunction printer copiers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.84 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $16.81 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of multifunction printer copiers to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $7.6 million in 2024, an increase of 172%. The peak was 2019 at $13.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for multifunction printer copiers?
The HS code for multifunction printer copiers is subheading 8443.31. 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 8443 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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