Other raw cane sugar imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported other raw cane sugar worth $36.2 million (44.5 thousand tonnes). That is 82% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 24% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $255.8 million.
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 | $36.2M | 44.5K t |
| 2023 | $198.4M | 230.2K t |
| 2022 | $62.6M | 88.4K t |
| 2021 | $65.2M | 86.0K t |
| 2020 | $131.3M | 225.5K t |
| 2019 | $142.9M | 234.7K t |
| 2018 | $99.9M | 232.0K t |
| 2017 | $255.8M | 613.2K t |
Where Kenya imports other raw cane sugar from
Most of the value came from India (48%), Brazil (24%), Egypt (15%).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.81 per kg, 53% above the world average of $0.53. 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 raw cane sugar exports from Kenya
Exports of other raw cane sugar by Kenya reached $272 thousand in 2024 (224 tonnes). Most of it went to DR Congo (34%), Zambia (19%), Rwanda (17%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $91K | 34% |
| Zambia | $53K | 19% |
| Rwanda | $46K | 17% |
| Tanzania | $44K | 16% |
| Malawi | $36K | 13% |
| Uganda | $1K | 0.4% |
| South Sudan | $1K | 0.4% |
| Central African Republic | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya other raw cane sugar imports (HS 1701.14): 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 1701.14: Sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter.
Common questions
What is the value of other raw cane sugar imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported other raw cane sugar worth $36.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 44.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 209 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 82% on 2023.
Which countries supply other raw cane sugar to Kenya?
India was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($17.4 million), followed by Brazil (24%) and Egypt (15%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 14 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of other raw cane sugar per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.81 per kg in 2024, 53% above the world average of $0.53 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of other raw cane sugar to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $255.8 million in 2017 to $36.2 million in 2024, a fall of 86%. The peak was 2017 at $255.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $124.0 million a year.
Does Kenya also export other raw cane sugar?
Yes. Kenya exported $272 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Zambia and Rwanda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $36.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for other raw cane sugar?
The HS code for other raw cane sugar is subheading 1701.14. It sits in HS chapter 17 (sugars and sugar confectionery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1701 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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