Non-cellular plastic film imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $49.2 million of non-cellular plastic film in 2024 (8.7 thousand tonnes). That is 221% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% 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 | $49.2M | 8.7K t |
| 2023 | $15.3M | 7.1K t |
| 2022 | $20.7M | 6.7K t |
| 2021 | $22.2M | 8.3K t |
| 2020 | $13.9M | 5.4K t |
| 2019 | $11.7M | 4.3K t |
| 2018 | $12.6M | 3.9K t |
| 2017 | $11.5M | 3.3K t |
Where Kenya imports non-cellular plastic film from
United Arab Emirates alone supplied 58% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $28.4M | 58% |
| China | $9.7M | 20% |
| Israel | $5.0M | 10% |
| Egypt | $1.8M | 3.6% |
| India | $1.5M | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $709K | 1.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $586K | 1.2% |
| Taiwan | $332K | 0.7% |
| United States | $180K | 0.4% |
| Denmark | $165K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.66 per kg, 22% above the world average of $4.63. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Non-cellular plastic film exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported non-cellular plastic film worth $1.3 million (313 tonnes). Most of it went to Zambia (32%), Yemen (26%), Tanzania (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Yemen grew fastest (+130% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $416K | 32% |
| Yemen | $330K | 26% |
| Tanzania | $232K | 18% |
| Zimbabwe | $125K | 9.7% |
| Ethiopia | $104K | 8.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $27K | 2.1% |
| Uganda | $18K | 1.4% |
| South Sudan | $9K | 0.7% |
| Rwanda | $8K | 0.6% |
| Qatar | $4K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya non-cellular plastic film imports (HS 3921.90): 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 3921.90: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, other than cellular.
Common questions
What is the value of non-cellular plastic film imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported non-cellular plastic film worth $49.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 221% on 2023.
Which countries supply non-cellular plastic film to Kenya?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($28.4 million), followed by China (20%) and Israel (10%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 581% on the year.
What is the average import price of non-cellular plastic film per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.66 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $4.63 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of non-cellular plastic film to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.5 million in 2017 to $49.2 million in 2024, an increase of 328%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $19.6 million a year.
Does Kenya also export non-cellular plastic film?
Yes. Kenya exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Yemen and Tanzania. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $47.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for non-cellular plastic film?
The HS code for non-cellular plastic film is subheading 3921.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3921 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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