Plastic caps and closures exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of plastic caps and closures by Kenya reached $9.4 million in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 20% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $9.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $7.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $6.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $6.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $8.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $8.3M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $6.2M | 2.9K t |
Where Kenya exports plastic caps and closures to
Most of it went to Tanzania (32%), Uganda (31%), Rwanda (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+65% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $3.0M | 32% |
| Uganda | $2.9M | 31% |
| Rwanda | $1.1M | 12% |
| South Africa | $842K | 9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $460K | 4.9% |
| Egypt | $161K | 1.7% |
| DR Congo | $147K | 1.6% |
| Jordan | $89K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $88K | 0.9% |
| Zambia | $83K | 0.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.28 per kg, 27% below the world average of $5.90, 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 caps and closures imports to Kenya
Kenya imported $9.0 million of plastic caps and closures in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (19%), Egypt (18%), India (16%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+443% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.7M | 19% |
| Egypt | $1.6M | 18% |
| India | $1.5M | 16% |
| Austria | $877K | 9.7% |
| Turkey | $714K | 7.9% |
| Germany | $616K | 6.8% |
| South Africa | $314K | 3.5% |
| France | $287K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $190K | 2.1% |
| Thailand | $166K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya plastic caps and closures exports (HS 3923.50): 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 3923.50: Plastics: stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic caps and closures exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported plastic caps and closures worth $9.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 62nd of 189 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries buy plastic caps and closures from Kenya?
Tanzania was the largest buyer with 32% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by Uganda (31%) and Rwanda (12%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 45 buyer countries in total. The DR Congo grew fastest among the top ten, up 190% on the year.
What is the average export price of plastic caps and closures per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.28 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $5.90 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of plastic caps and closures from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.2 million in 2017 to $9.4 million in 2024, an increase of 52%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.3 million a year.
Does Kenya also import plastic caps and closures?
Yes. Kenya imported $9.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Egypt and India. That compares with exports of $9.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for plastic caps and closures?
The HS code for plastic caps and closures is subheading 3923.50. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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