Polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Kenya exported $4.9 million of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). That is 44% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $8.6 million.
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 | $4.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $8.6M | 4.8K t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $744K | 324 t |
| 2020 | $793K | 451 t |
| 2019 | $377K | 155 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 476 t |
| 2017 | $682K | 282 t |
Where Kenya exports polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) to
Rwanda alone took 56% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $2.7M | 56% |
| Tanzania | $1.6M | 33% |
| Ethiopia | $354K | 7.3% |
| Zambia | $60K | 1.2% |
| Malawi | $42K | 0.9% |
| Burundi | $37K | 0.8% |
| DR Congo | $26K | 0.5% |
| Uganda | $25K | 0.5% |
| Somalia | $22K | 0.5% |
| South Sudan | $4K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.82 per kg, 39% below the world average of $3.00, 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.
Polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) imports to Kenya
In 2024, Kenya imported polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) worth $1.1 million (307 tonnes). Most of the value came from Turkey (43%), China (28%), Italy (5%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $489K | 43% |
| China | $316K | 28% |
| Italy | $60K | 5.3% |
| Tanzania | $55K | 4.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $44K | 3.9% |
| Belgium | $43K | 3.8% |
| Germany | $38K | 3.4% |
| India | $29K | 2.6% |
| South Africa | $24K | 2.1% |
| Brazil | $13K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) exports (HS 3917.21): 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 3917.21: Plastics: tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of ethylene.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) worth $4.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 143 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 44% on 2023.
Which countries buy polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) from Kenya?
Rwanda was the largest buyer with 56% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Tanzania (33%) and Ethiopia (7%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 12 buyer countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 13% on the year.
What is the average export price of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.82 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $3.00 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $682 thousand in 2017 to $4.9 million in 2024, an increase of 613%. The peak was 2023 at $8.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
Does Kenya also import polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid)?
Yes. Kenya imported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey, China and Italy. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid)?
The HS code for polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) is subheading 3917.21. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3917 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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