Orthopaedic appliances imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $11.8 million of orthopaedic appliances in 2024 (165 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $11.8M | 165 t |
| 2023 | $11.6M | 204 t |
| 2022 | $11.9M | 197 t |
| 2021 | $9.9M | 130 t |
| 2020 | $6.5M | 105 t |
| 2019 | $7.6M | 112 t |
| 2018 | $7.1M | 47 t |
| 2017 | $6.9M | 89 t |
Where Kenya imports orthopaedic appliances from
Most of the value came from United States (20%), China (14%), India (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%. Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest (+408% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.4M | 20% |
| China | $1.6M | 14% |
| India | $1.5M | 12% |
| Mexico | $1.2M | 10% |
| Switzerland | $903K | 7.7% |
| Germany | $638K | 5.4% |
| Singapore | $583K | 4.9% |
| South Africa | $429K | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $408K | 3.5% |
| United Kingdom | $364K | 3.1% |
Product types under HS 9021
| 9021.10 | Orthopedic supports | 31% |
| 9021.90 | Worn body appliances | 24% |
| 9021.31 | Prosthetic body parts | 14% |
| 9021.39 | Prosthetics (non-joint) | 12% |
| 9021.40 | Hearing aids | 8.3% |
| 9021.50 | Cardiac pacemakers | 6.4% |
| 9021.29 | Dental prosthetics | 3.4% |
| 9021.21 | Artificial teeth | 0.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9021.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $71.50 per kg, 79% below the world average of $345.26, 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.
Orthopaedic appliances exports from Kenya
Exports of orthopaedic appliances by Kenya reached $586 thousand in 2024 (16 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zambia (50%), Nigeria (12%), DR Congo (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Nigeria grew fastest (+592% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $293K | 50% |
| Nigeria | $72K | 12% |
| DR Congo | $43K | 7.4% |
| Malta | $42K | 7.2% |
| Tanzania | $24K | 4.2% |
| Austria | $12K | 2% |
| Madagascar | $11K | 1.8% |
| Rwanda | $10K | 1.8% |
| South Sudan | $9K | 1.5% |
| Sudan | $8K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya orthopaedic appliances imports (HS 9021): 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 9021: Orthopaedic appliances; including crutches, surgical belts and trusses; splints and other fracture appliances; artificial parts of the body; hearing aids and other which are worn, carried or implanted in the body to compensate for a defect or disability.
Common questions
What is the value of orthopaedic appliances imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported orthopaedic appliances worth $11.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 165 tonnes. That ranks it 99th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply orthopaedic appliances to Kenya?
The United States was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by China (14%) and India (12%). The top three together account for 46%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 408% on the year.
What is the average import price of orthopaedic appliances per kg?
The average declared import value was about $71.50 per kg in 2024, 79% below the world average of $345.26 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of orthopaedic appliances to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.9 million in 2017 to $11.8 million in 2024, an increase of 70%. The peak was 2022 at $11.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.2 million a year.
Does Kenya also export orthopaedic appliances?
Yes. Kenya exported $586 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Nigeria and the DR Congo. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $11.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for orthopaedic appliances?
The HS code for orthopaedic appliances is heading 9021. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 9021.10 (31% of the value) and 9021.90 (24%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Kenya. Tell us your product to see it live.
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