Plastic and rubber molds (other types) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic and rubber molds (other types) by Kenya reached $6.6 million in 2024 (814 tonnes). Value rose 10% on 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 | $6.6M | 814 t |
| 2023 | $6.0M | 767 t |
| 2022 | $7.2M | 665 t |
| 2021 | $5.9M | 529 t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 362 t |
| 2019 | $5.7M | 483 t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 308 t |
| 2017 | $4.7M | 322 t |
Where Kenya imports plastic and rubber molds (other types) from
Most of the value came from China (41%), India (34%), France (5%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 41% |
| India | $2.3M | 34% |
| France | $362K | 5.5% |
| Germany | $339K | 5.1% |
| South Korea | $333K | 5% |
| Taiwan | $159K | 2.4% |
| Uganda | $99K | 1.5% |
| Singapore | $83K | 1.3% |
| South Africa | $63K | 1% |
| Italy | $52K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.13 per kg, 63% below the world average of $22.20, 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.
Plastic and rubber molds (other types) exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $454 thousand of plastic and rubber molds (other types) in 2024 (122 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Uganda (43%), Tanzania (41%), South Korea (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya plastic and rubber molds (other types) imports (HS 8480.79): 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 8480.79: Moulds: for rubber or plastics, other than injection or compression types.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic and rubber molds (other types) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported plastic and rubber molds (other types) worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 814 tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 200 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic and rubber molds (other types) to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by India (34%) and France (5%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 547% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic and rubber molds (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.13 per kg in 2024, 63% below the world average of $22.20 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic and rubber molds (other types) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.7 million in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024, an increase of 42%. The peak was 2022 at $7.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.4 million a year.
Does Kenya also export plastic and rubber molds (other types)?
Yes. Kenya exported $454 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Tanzania and South Korea. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $6.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic and rubber molds (other types)?
The HS code for plastic and rubber molds (other types) is subheading 8480.79. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8480 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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