Packaged black tea exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Kenya exported packaged black tea worth $54.5 million (18.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 169 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 15% on 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 | $54.5M | 18.9K t |
| 2023 | $47.6M | 17.3K t |
| 2022 | $38.0M | 14.0K t |
| 2021 | $34.5M | 12.3K t |
| 2020 | $25.0M | 7.7K t |
| 2019 | $14.4M | 5.4K t |
| 2018 | $12.4M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $5.9M | 1.4K t |
Where Kenya exports packaged black tea to
The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (46%), Cote d'Ivoire (7%), Oman (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Taiwan grew fastest (+435% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $24.8M | 46% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $3.7M | 6.8% |
| Oman | $3.6M | 6.7% |
| Yemen | $3.3M | 6% |
| Burkina Faso | $3.2M | 5.8% |
| Somalia | $3.1M | 5.7% |
| Sudan | $2.7M | 4.9% |
| Taiwan | $1.5M | 2.8% |
| Hong Kong | $1.2M | 2.1% |
| South Sudan | $615K | 1.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.88 per kg, 63% below the world average of $7.76, 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.
Packaged black tea imports to Kenya
Imports of packaged black tea by Kenya reached $4.6 million in 2024 (4.5 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Uganda accounted for 97% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $4.5M | 97% |
| Sri Lanka | $66K | 1.4% |
| India | $17K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $12K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $8K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $7K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $6K | 0.1% |
| Bahrain | $3K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $2K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya packaged black tea exports (HS 0902.30): 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 0902.30: Tea, black: (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3kg.
Common questions
What is the value of packaged black tea exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported packaged black tea worth $54.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 169 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries buy packaged black tea from Kenya?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($24.8 million), followed by Cote d'Ivoire (7%) and Oman (7%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 89 buyer countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 435% on the year.
What is the average export price of packaged black tea per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.88 per kg in 2024, 63% below the world average of $7.76 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of packaged black tea from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.9 million in 2017 to $54.5 million in 2024, an increase of 826%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $29.0 million a year.
Does Kenya also import packaged black tea?
Yes. Kenya imported $4.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Uganda, Sri Lanka and India. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $49.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for packaged black tea?
The HS code for packaged black tea is subheading 0902.30. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0902 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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