Other live animals exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of other live animals by Kenya reached $10.5 million in 2024 (292 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 21% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $13.4 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10.5M | 293 t |
| 2023 | $13.4M | 716 t |
| 2022 | $9.2M | 214 t |
| 2021 | $11.0M | 204 t |
| 2020 | $10.5M | 198 t |
| 2019 | $9.4M | 172 t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 31 t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 34 t |
Where Kenya exports other live animals to
Most of it went to Ethiopia (39%), United States (19%), Belgium (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+210% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ethiopia | $4.1M | 39% |
| United States | $2.0M | 19% |
| Belgium | $1.3M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $648K | 6.2% |
| Spain | $428K | 4.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $422K | 4% |
| Netherlands | $400K | 3.8% |
| Hong Kong | $246K | 2.3% |
| Canada | $199K | 1.9% |
| South Africa | $174K | 1.7% |
Product types under HS 0106
| 0106.49 | Live insects (other than bees) | 87% |
| 0106.20 | Live reptiles | 5.6% |
| 0106.90 | Live animals (other groups) | 4.9% |
| 0106.19 | Live mammals (other species) | 1.4% |
| 0106.13 | Live camels and camelids | 0.6% |
| 0106.39 | Live birds (other species) | 0.4% |
| 0106.14 | Mammals: live, rabbits and hares | 0% |
| 0106.32 | Birds: live, Psittaciformes | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0106.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $35.99 per kg, 190% above the world average of $12.42. 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.
Other live animals imports to Kenya
In 2024, Kenya imported other live animals worth $1.4 million (77 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Netherlands accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+65% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $987K | 71% |
| South Africa | $261K | 19% |
| United Kingdom | $66K | 4.7% |
| United States | $13K | 0.9% |
| Hungary | $11K | 0.8% |
| Czech Republic | $6K | 0.4% |
| Egypt | $4K | 0.3% |
| Serbia | $3K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.2% |
| Nigeria | $3K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya other live animals exports (HS 0106): 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 0106: Animals; live, n.e.c. in chapter 01.
Common questions
What is the value of other live animals exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported other live animals worth $10.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 292 tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 190 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries buy other live animals from Kenya?
Ethiopia was the largest buyer with 39% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by the United States (19%) and Belgium (12%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 70 buyer countries in total. Zimbabwe grew fastest among the top ten, up 210% on the year.
What is the average export price of other live animals per kg?
The average declared export value was about $35.99 per kg in 2024, 190% above the world average of $12.42 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of other live animals from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $10.5 million in 2024, an increase of 237%. The peak was 2023 at $13.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.8 million a year.
Does Kenya also import other live animals?
Yes. Kenya imported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the Netherlands, South Africa and the United Kingdom. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $9.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for other live animals?
The HS code for other live animals is heading 0106. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 0106.49 (87% of the value) and 0106.20 (6%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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