New pneumatic tyres imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $216.2 million of new pneumatic tyres in 2024 (78.3 thousand tonnes). That is 13% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $216.2M | 78.3K t |
| 2023 | $190.7M | 65.6K t |
| 2022 | $146.1M | 58.8K t |
| 2021 | $164.6M | 39.6K t |
| 2020 | $143.9M | 63.9K t |
| 2019 | $151.7M | 44.8K t |
| 2018 | $223.2M | 89.6K t |
| 2017 | $133.4M | 54.0K t |
Where Kenya imports new pneumatic tyres from
China alone supplied 72% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $156.3M | 72% |
| India | $18.5M | 8.6% |
| Thailand | $11.4M | 5.3% |
| Uganda | $6.8M | 3.2% |
| Japan | $5.7M | 2.6% |
| South Africa | $2.8M | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $2.3M | 1.1% |
| United States | $1.8M | 0.8% |
| Vietnam | $1.1M | 0.5% |
| Indonesia | $964K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 4011
| 4011.20 | Truck tires | 68% |
| 4011.10 | Car tires | 17% |
| 4011.40 | Motorcycle tires | 7.6% |
| 4011.30 | Aircraft tires | 2.4% |
| 4011.70 | Tractor tires | 2.2% |
| 4011.80 | Construction tires | 1.5% |
| 4011.50 | Bicycle tires | 1.1% |
| 4011.90 | Commercial vehicle tires | 0.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4011.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.76 per kg, 38% below the world average of $4.45, 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.
New pneumatic tyres exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $809 thousand of new pneumatic tyres in 2024 (691 tonnes). Most of it went to Rwanda (46%), Uganda (12%), Malawi (10%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+300% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $375K | 46% |
| Uganda | $97K | 12% |
| Malawi | $78K | 9.6% |
| South Sudan | $54K | 6.6% |
| Ethiopia | $43K | 5.3% |
| China | $24K | 2.9% |
| Zambia | $24K | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $23K | 2.8% |
| DR Congo | $18K | 2.2% |
| Tanzania | $14K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya new pneumatic tyres imports (HS 4011): 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 4011: New pneumatic tyres, of rubber.
Common questions
What is the value of new pneumatic tyres imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported new pneumatic tyres worth $216.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 78.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply new pneumatic tyres to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($156.3 million), followed by India (9%) and Thailand (5%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 55 supplier countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 134% on the year.
What is the average import price of new pneumatic tyres per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.76 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $4.45 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of new pneumatic tyres to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $133.4 million in 2017 to $216.2 million in 2024, an increase of 62%. The peak was 2018 at $223.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $171.2 million a year.
Does Kenya also export new pneumatic tyres?
Yes. Kenya exported $809 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Rwanda, Uganda and Malawi. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $215.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for new pneumatic tyres?
The HS code for new pneumatic tyres is heading 4011. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 4011.20 (68% of the value) and 4011.10 (17%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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