Plastic molding machine imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $53.2 million of plastic molding machine in 2024 (6.0 thousand tonnes). That is 32% 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 | $53.2M | 6.0K t |
| 2023 | $40.4M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $35.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $50.0M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $40.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2019 | $43.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $45.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $43.8M | 2.3K t |
Where Kenya imports plastic molding machine from
The largest suppliers were China (39%), India (18%), Austria (16%). Among the main suppliers, Luxembourg grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $20.5M | 39% |
| India | $9.4M | 18% |
| Austria | $8.4M | 16% |
| Germany | $3.4M | 6.4% |
| Luxembourg | $2.9M | 5.5% |
| Italy | $2.5M | 4.7% |
| Taiwan | $2.4M | 4.5% |
| Canada | $961K | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $534K | 1% |
| South Korea | $307K | 0.6% |
Product types under HS 8477
| 8477.80 | Rubber and plastic working machinery | 31% |
| 8477.10 | Injection molding machines | 23% |
| 8477.20 | Plastic and rubber extruders | 19% |
| 8477.30 | Blow molding machines | 11% |
| 8477.90 | Molding machine parts | 9.1% |
| 8477.59 | Plastic molding machines (other types) | 4.3% |
| 8477.40 | Thermoforming and vacuum molding machines | 3.3% |
| 8477.51 | Tire molding and retreading machines | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8477.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.90 per kg, 36% below the world average of $13.91, 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 molding machine exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported plastic molding machine worth $304 thousand (89 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Nigeria (22%), Colombia (19%), India (17%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $68K | 23% |
| Colombia | $57K | 19% |
| India | $51K | 17% |
| Seychelles | $23K | 7.6% |
| Uganda | $23K | 7.4% |
| South Africa | $21K | 6.8% |
| Rwanda | $17K | 5.6% |
| Tanzania | $12K | 4% |
| Czech Republic | $12K | 3.9% |
| China | $10K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya plastic molding machine imports (HS 8477): 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 8477: Machinery; for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials, n.e.c. in this chapter.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic molding machine imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported plastic molding machine worth $53.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic molding machine to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($20.5 million), followed by India (18%) and Austria (16%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 271% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic molding machine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.90 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $13.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic molding machine to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $43.8 million in 2017 to $53.2 million in 2024, an increase of 22%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $43.9 million a year.
Does Kenya also export plastic molding machine?
Yes. Kenya exported $304 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Colombia and India. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $52.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic molding machine?
The HS code for plastic molding machine is heading 8477. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 8477.80 (30% of the value) and 8477.10 (23%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Kenya reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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