Plastic bathtubs and sinks exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Kenya exported plastic bathtubs and sinks worth $3.0 million (2.4 thousand tonnes). Value rose 6% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 140% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $3.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 898 t |
| 2017 | $7K | 4 t |
Where Kenya exports plastic bathtubs and sinks to
One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+77% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $1.9M | 61% |
| Rwanda | $506K | 17% |
| Republic of the Congo | $234K | 7.7% |
| South Sudan | $219K | 7.2% |
| Uganda | $200K | 6.6% |
| Burundi | $11K | 0.3% |
| Tanzania | $9K | 0.3% |
| Somalia | $7K | 0.2% |
| Zambia | $3K | 0.1% |
| Malawi | $2K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.26 per kg, 78% below the world average of $5.65, 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 bathtubs and sinks imports to Kenya
In 2024, Kenya imported plastic bathtubs and sinks worth $2.9 million (377 tonnes). China alone supplied 84% of it. Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.4M | 84% |
| Egypt | $152K | 5.3% |
| India | $72K | 2.5% |
| Turkey | $47K | 1.6% |
| Slovakia | $36K | 1.3% |
| South Africa | $33K | 1.1% |
| Tunisia | $32K | 1.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $22K | 0.7% |
| Malaysia | $20K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $12K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya plastic bathtubs and sinks exports (HS 3922.10): 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 3922.10: Plastics: baths, shower-baths, sinks and wash-basins.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic bathtubs and sinks exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported plastic bathtubs and sinks worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 148 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy plastic bathtubs and sinks from Kenya?
The DR Congo was the largest buyer with 61% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Rwanda (17%) and the Republic of the Congo (8%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 16 buyer countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 77% on the year.
What is the average export price of plastic bathtubs and sinks per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.26 per kg in 2024, 78% below the world average of $5.65 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of plastic bathtubs and sinks from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7 thousand in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024. The peak was 2019 at $3.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does Kenya also import plastic bathtubs and sinks?
Yes. Kenya imported $2.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Egypt and India. That compares with exports of $3.0 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for plastic bathtubs and sinks?
The HS code for plastic bathtubs and sinks is subheading 3922.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3922 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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