Optical radiation detector imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported optical radiation detector worth $15.5 million (49 tonnes). Value rose 45% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $15.5M | 49 t |
| 2023 | $10.7M | 51 t |
| 2022 | $7.3M | 39 t |
| 2021 | $9.1M | 24 t |
| 2020 | $9.2M | 36 t |
| 2019 | $6.9M | 21 t |
| 2018 | $5.1M | 21 t |
| 2017 | $7.1M | 23 t |
Where Kenya imports optical radiation detector from
Most of the value came from United States (35%), Germany (21%), China (14%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $5.4M | 35% |
| Germany | $3.2M | 21% |
| China | $2.2M | 14% |
| Japan | $1.5M | 9.7% |
| Switzerland | $706K | 4.6% |
| Singapore | $701K | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $351K | 2.3% |
| Italy | $287K | 1.9% |
| France | $189K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $156K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $315.01 per kg, close to the world average of $323.51.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Optical radiation detector exports from Kenya
Exports of optical radiation detector by Kenya reached $265 thousand in 2024 (1 tonnes). Most of it went to Iraq (45%), Italy (25%), Zambia (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Ethiopia grew fastest (+79% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | $120K | 45% |
| Italy | $67K | 25% |
| Zambia | $15K | 5.6% |
| South Africa | $14K | 5.3% |
| Ethiopia | $11K | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $9K | 3.2% |
| Rwanda | $6K | 2.3% |
| Tanzania | $6K | 2.1% |
| United States | $6K | 2.1% |
| Germany | $6K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya optical radiation detector imports (HS 9027.50): 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 9027.50: Instruments and apparatus: using optical radiations (UV, visible, IR), (other than spectrometers, spectrophotometers and spectrographs).
Common questions
What is the value of optical radiation detector imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported optical radiation detector worth $15.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 49 tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical radiation detector to Kenya?
The United States was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by Germany (21%) and China (14%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 269% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical radiation detector per kg?
The average declared import value was about $315.01 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $323.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of optical radiation detector to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.1 million in 2017 to $15.5 million in 2024, an increase of 119%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.9 million a year.
Does Kenya also export optical radiation detector?
Yes. Kenya exported $265 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Iraq, Italy and Zambia. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $15.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical radiation detector?
The HS code for optical radiation detector is subheading 9027.50. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9027 page.
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