Perchlorates and bromates imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported perchlorates and bromates worth $2.6 million (157 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 33% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% a year on average.
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 | $2.6M | 157 t |
| 2023 | $1.9M | 81 t |
| 2022 | $1.5M | 56 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 68 t |
| 2020 | $815K | 31 t |
| 2019 | $931K | 53 t |
| 2018 | $575K | 33 t |
| 2017 | $576K | 39 t |
Where Kenya imports perchlorates and bromates from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 95% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+289% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.4M | 95% |
| China | $136K | 5.3% |
| South Africa | $4K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.40 per kg, 46% above the world average of $11.22. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya perchlorates and bromates imports (HS 2829.90): 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 2829.90: Perchlorates: bromates and perbromates: iodates and periodates.
Common questions
What is the value of perchlorates and bromates imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported perchlorates and bromates worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 157 tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 166 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply perchlorates and bromates to Kenya?
India was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by China (5%) and South Africa (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 289% on the year.
What is the average import price of perchlorates and bromates per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.40 per kg in 2024, 46% above the world average of $11.22 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of perchlorates and bromates to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $576 thousand in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 347%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for perchlorates and bromates?
The HS code for perchlorates and bromates is subheading 2829.90. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2829 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Kenya. Tell us your product to see it live.
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