Painters putty imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $6.1 million of painters putty in 2024 (2.8 thousand tonnes). Value fell 9% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $6.1M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $6.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $6.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $7.0M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 3.5K t |
| 2019 | $6.5M | 4.5K t |
| 2018 | $7.1M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $4.9M | 2.5K t |
Where Kenya imports painters putty from
Most of the value came from Egypt (37%), China (11%), Thailand (10%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+450% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $2.3M | 38% |
| China | $646K | 11% |
| Thailand | $598K | 9.9% |
| United Kingdom | $566K | 9.3% |
| Turkey | $516K | 8.5% |
| Belgium | $268K | 4.4% |
| Malaysia | $238K | 3.9% |
| Germany | $171K | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $141K | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $141K | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.14 per kg, 34% below the world average of $3.24, 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.
Painters putty exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported painters putty worth $2.8 million (10.4 thousand tonnes). Tanzania alone took 54% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $1.5M | 54% |
| Uganda | $610K | 22% |
| Saudi Arabia | $319K | 11% |
| Rwanda | $156K | 5.5% |
| Mauritius | $72K | 2.6% |
| Somalia | $48K | 1.7% |
| Seychelles | $28K | 1% |
| South Sudan | $26K | 0.9% |
| Mozambique | $17K | 0.6% |
| Malawi | $10K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya painters putty imports (HS 3214.10): 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 3214.10: Mastics: painters' fillings.
Common questions
What is the value of painters putty imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported painters putty worth $6.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 106th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply painters putty to Kenya?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by China (11%) and Thailand (10%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 450% on the year.
What is the average import price of painters putty per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.14 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $3.24 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of painters putty to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.9 million in 2017 to $6.1 million in 2024, an increase of 23%. The peak was 2018 at $7.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
Does Kenya also export painters putty?
Yes. Kenya exported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, Uganda and Saudi Arabia. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $3.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for painters putty?
The HS code for painters putty is subheading 3214.10. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3214 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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