Other vegetable oils exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of other vegetable oils by Kenya reached $94.3 million in 2024 (32.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is 94% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 37% a year on average.
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 | $94.3M | 32.2K t |
| 2023 | $48.5M | 17.2K t |
| 2022 | $49.2M | 10.5K t |
| 2021 | $23.2M | 5.9K t |
| 2020 | $24.6M | 5.5K t |
| 2019 | $12.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $12.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $10.6M | 2.0K t |
Where Kenya exports other vegetable oils to
Most of it went to Italy (34%), Spain (24%), Portugal (8%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+379% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $32.3M | 34% |
| Spain | $22.4M | 24% |
| Portugal | $7.8M | 8.3% |
| Mexico | $7.7M | 8.2% |
| United States | $6.0M | 6.3% |
| France | $5.4M | 5.8% |
| South Sudan | $3.2M | 3.4% |
| Netherlands | $2.4M | 2.5% |
| Belgium | $1.9M | 2.1% |
| China | $958K | 1% |
Product types under HS 1515
| 1515.90 | Fixed oils (other species) | 91% |
| 1515.30 | Castor oil | 8.7% |
| 1515.50 | Sesame oil | 0.4% |
| 1515.11 | Crude linseed oil | 0.3% |
| 1515.29 | Refined corn oil | 0.1% |
| 1515.21 | Crude corn oil | 0% |
| 1515.19 | Refined linseed oil | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1515.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.93 per kg, 38% above the world average of $2.12. 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 vegetable oils imports to Kenya
In 2024, Kenya imported other vegetable oils worth $13.2 million (7.6 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from India (50%), United States (27%), Egypt (17%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $6.5M | 50% |
| United States | $3.6M | 27% |
| Egypt | $2.2M | 17% |
| Rwanda | $148K | 1.1% |
| Tanzania | $116K | 0.9% |
| Brazil | $107K | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $96K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $85K | 0.7% |
| South Africa | $66K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $43K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya other vegetable oils exports (HS 1515): 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 1515: Fixed vegetable or microbial fats and oils n.e.c. in chapter 15 (including jojoba oil) and their fractions, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.
Common questions
What is the value of other vegetable oils exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported other vegetable oils worth $94.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 32.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 183 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 94% on 2023.
Which countries buy other vegetable oils from Kenya?
Italy was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($32.3 million), followed by Spain (24%) and Portugal (8%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 63 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 379% on the year.
What is the average export price of other vegetable oils per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.93 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $2.12 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of other vegetable oils from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $10.6 million in 2017 to $94.3 million in 2024, an increase of 789%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $34.5 million a year.
Does Kenya also import other vegetable oils?
Yes. Kenya imported $13.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, the United States and Egypt. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $81.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for other vegetable oils?
The HS code for other vegetable oils is heading 1515. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 1515.90 (91% of the value) and 1515.30 (9%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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