Packaging machinery parts imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported packaging machinery parts worth $7.1 million (137 tonnes). Value fell 14% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $9.4 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 | $7.1M | 137 t |
| 2023 | $8.3M | 130 t |
| 2022 | $6.4M | 88 t |
| 2021 | $6.9M | 62 t |
| 2020 | $9.4M | 101 t |
| 2019 | $5.6M | 70 t |
| 2018 | $9.1M | 118 t |
| 2017 | $6.7M | 118 t |
Where Kenya imports packaging machinery parts from
Most of the value came from Italy (26%), Germany (23%), India (18%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.8M | 26% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 23% |
| India | $1.3M | 18% |
| China | $524K | 7.4% |
| South Africa | $258K | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $217K | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $195K | 2.8% |
| Canada | $154K | 2.2% |
| France | $136K | 1.9% |
| Finland | $125K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $51.70 per kg, 23% above the world average of $41.95. 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.
Packaging machinery parts exports from Kenya
Exports of packaging machinery parts by Kenya reached $268 thousand in 2024 (12 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+892% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $152K | 57% |
| Zimbabwe | $31K | 12% |
| Tanzania | $18K | 6.8% |
| Uganda | $17K | 6.4% |
| Malawi | $9K | 3.4% |
| Seychelles | $8K | 3.2% |
| Nigeria | $8K | 3.1% |
| Mauritius | $7K | 2.6% |
| Austria | $5K | 2% |
| Italy | $3K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya packaging machinery parts imports (HS 8422.90): 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 8422.90: Machinery: parts of machinery of heading no. 8422.
Common questions
What is the value of packaging machinery parts imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported packaging machinery parts worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 137 tonnes. That ranks it 84th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply packaging machinery parts to Kenya?
Italy was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Germany (23%) and India (18%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 83% on the year.
What is the average import price of packaging machinery parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $51.70 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $41.95 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of packaging machinery parts to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.7 million in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. The peak was 2020 at $9.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.4 million a year.
Does Kenya also export packaging machinery parts?
Yes. Kenya exported $268 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Zimbabwe and Tanzania. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $6.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for packaging machinery parts?
The HS code for packaging machinery parts is subheading 8422.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8422 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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