Organic fertilizer imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported organic fertilizer worth $3.7 million (5.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 83% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% 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 | $3.7M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 4.0K t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $832K | 961 t |
Where Kenya imports organic fertilizer from
The largest suppliers were Lithuania (41%), Italy (30%), India (7%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Lithuania | $1.5M | 41% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 30% |
| India | $265K | 7.2% |
| China | $200K | 5.4% |
| United States | $115K | 3.1% |
| Belgium | $109K | 3% |
| New Zealand | $96K | 2.6% |
| Australia | $89K | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $79K | 2.1% |
| South Africa | $37K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.69 per kg, 116% above the world average of $0.32. 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.
Organic fertilizer exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported organic fertilizer worth $1.6 million (82 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+242% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.1M | 67% |
| Ethiopia | $197K | 12% |
| Uganda | $156K | 9.7% |
| Tanzania | $102K | 6.4% |
| Zambia | $38K | 2.3% |
| Malawi | $21K | 1.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $13K | 0.8% |
| Rwanda | $8K | 0.5% |
| DR Congo | $2K | 0.2% |
| Somalia | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya organic fertilizer imports (HS 3101): 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 3101: Fertilizers; animal or vegetable, whether or not mixed together or chemically treated; fertilizers produced by the mixing or chemical treatment of animal or vegetable products.
Common questions
What is the value of organic fertilizer imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported organic fertilizer worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 83% on 2023.
Which countries supply organic fertilizer to Kenya?
Lithuania was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Italy (30%) and India (7%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Lithuania grew fastest among the top ten, up 682% on the year.
What is the average import price of organic fertilizer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.69 per kg in 2024, 116% above the world average of $0.32 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of organic fertilizer to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $832 thousand in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, an increase of 344%. The peak was 2022 at $3.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.0 million a year.
Does Kenya also export organic fertilizer?
Yes. Kenya exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Ethiopia and Uganda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for organic fertilizer?
The HS code for organic fertilizer is heading 3101. In Kenya all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3101.00. It sits in HS chapter 31 (fertilizers). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3101 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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