Phenol-formaldehyde resins imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported phenol-formaldehyde resins worth $2.5 million (1.0 thousand tonnes). That is 148% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $2.5M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $995K | 508 t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 540 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 527 t |
| 2020 | $885K | 488 t |
| 2019 | $989K | 455 t |
| 2018 | $996K | 460 t |
| 2017 | $915K | 433 t |
Where Kenya imports phenol-formaldehyde resins from
One supplier dominates: Egypt accounted for 59% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $1.4M | 59% |
| India | $714K | 29% |
| Spain | $237K | 9.6% |
| China | $69K | 2.8% |
| United States | $1K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.38 per kg, close to the world average of $2.15.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Phenol-formaldehyde resins exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported phenol-formaldehyde resins worth $286 thousand (66 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Tanzania accounted for 89% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $253K | 89% |
| Uganda | $21K | 7.3% |
| Rwanda | $9K | 3% |
| Burundi | $3K | 1.1% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya phenol-formaldehyde resins imports (HS 3909.40): 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 3909.40: Phenolic resins: in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of phenol-formaldehyde resins imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported phenol-formaldehyde resins worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 176 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 148% on 2023.
Which countries supply phenol-formaldehyde resins to Kenya?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by India (29%) and Spain (10%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 108% on the year.
What is the average import price of phenol-formaldehyde resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.38 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $2.15 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of phenol-formaldehyde resins to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $915 thousand in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 170%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.2 million a year.
Does Kenya also export phenol-formaldehyde resins?
Yes. Kenya exported $286 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for phenol-formaldehyde resins?
The HS code for phenol-formaldehyde resins is subheading 3909.40. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3909 page.
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