Pet food imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported pet food worth $3.7 million (2.5 thousand tonnes). That is 7% more than in 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 | $3.7M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 3.1K t |
Where Kenya imports pet food from
The largest suppliers were Turkey (32%), Germany (23%), Belgium (8%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+78% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $1.2M | 32% |
| Germany | $839K | 23% |
| Belgium | $311K | 8.5% |
| Italy | $218K | 5.9% |
| China | $215K | 5.9% |
| Spain | $189K | 5.2% |
| Thailand | $185K | 5.1% |
| Hungary | $164K | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $123K | 3.4% |
| South Africa | $104K | 2.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.44 per kg, 44% below the world average of $2.55, 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.
Pet food exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported pet food worth $627 thousand (381 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Uganda accounted for 77% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $485K | 77% |
| Tanzania | $50K | 7.9% |
| United States | $45K | 7.1% |
| Rwanda | $20K | 3.2% |
| Somalia | $16K | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $12K | 1.9% |
| South Sudan | $0K | 0.1% |
| Egypt | $0K | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya pet food imports (HS 2309.10): 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 2309.10: Dog or cat food: put up for retail sale, used in animal feeding.
Common questions
What is the value of pet food imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported pet food worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 123rd of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply pet food to Kenya?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Germany (23%) and Belgium (8%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 78% on the year.
What is the average import price of pet food per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.44 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $2.55 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pet food to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, an increase of 19%. The peak was 2022 at $3.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
Does Kenya also export pet food?
Yes. Kenya exported $627 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Tanzania and the United States. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for pet food?
The HS code for pet food is subheading 2309.10. It sits in HS chapter 23 (food industries, residues and wastes thereof; prepared animal fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2309 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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