Paper labels imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $12.7 million of paper labels in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 20% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $17.1 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 | $12.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $10.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $17.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $14.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $9.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $10.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $9.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $12.9M | 938 t |
Where Kenya imports paper labels from
The largest suppliers were China (37%), Sri Lanka (21%), Hong Kong (11%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+240% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.7M | 37% |
| Sri Lanka | $2.6M | 21% |
| Hong Kong | $1.4M | 11% |
| India | $908K | 7.2% |
| Taiwan | $780K | 6.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $644K | 5.1% |
| United Kingdom | $276K | 2.2% |
| Germany | $170K | 1.3% |
| Singapore | $147K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $128K | 1% |
Product types under HS 4821
| 4821.10 | Printed paper labels | 73% |
| 4821.90 | Blank paper labels | 27% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4821.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.47 per kg, 22% above the world average of $6.14. 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.
Paper labels exports from Kenya
Exports of paper labels by Kenya reached $7.8 million in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Tanzania (33%), Rwanda (21%), Uganda (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $2.5M | 33% |
| Rwanda | $1.6M | 21% |
| Uganda | $1.5M | 19% |
| DR Congo | $779K | 10% |
| Zambia | $607K | 7.8% |
| Ethiopia | $243K | 3.1% |
| Burundi | $157K | 2% |
| South Sudan | $88K | 1.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $79K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $44K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya paper labels imports (HS 4821): 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 4821: Paper or paperboard labels of all kinds, whether or not printed.
Common questions
What is the value of paper labels imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported paper labels worth $12.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper labels to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by Sri Lanka (21%) and Hong Kong (11%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 240% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper labels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.47 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $6.14 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of paper labels to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.9 million in 2017 to $12.7 million in 2024, a fall of 2%. The peak was 2022 at $17.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.0 million a year.
Does Kenya also export paper labels?
Yes. Kenya exported $7.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, Rwanda and Uganda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper labels?
The HS code for paper labels is heading 4821. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 4821.10 (73% of the value) and 4821.90 (27%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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