Polypropylene film and sheet imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $32.7 million of polypropylene film and sheet in 2024 (15.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 50% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average.
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 | $32.7M | 15.2K t |
| 2023 | $21.8M | 12.6K t |
| 2022 | $28.5M | 12.3K t |
| 2021 | $34.6M | 15.8K t |
| 2020 | $22.4M | 12.8K t |
| 2019 | $21.0M | 11.4K t |
| 2018 | $10.8M | 5.7K t |
| 2017 | $8.8M | 4.9K t |
Where Kenya imports polypropylene film and sheet from
The largest suppliers were Saudi Arabia (28%), China (20%), India (13%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+295% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $9.1M | 28% |
| China | $6.5M | 20% |
| India | $4.2M | 13% |
| Israel | $3.8M | 12% |
| Egypt | $1.9M | 5.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.8M | 5.5% |
| Indonesia | $1.7M | 5.3% |
| Thailand | $1.5M | 4.6% |
| Turkey | $542K | 1.7% |
| Tanzania | $344K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.16 per kg, 27% below the world average of $2.94, 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.
Polypropylene film and sheet exports from Kenya
Exports of polypropylene film and sheet by Kenya reached $4.4 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Uganda (41%), Tanzania (15%), Rwanda (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+230% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $1.8M | 41% |
| Tanzania | $668K | 15% |
| Rwanda | $501K | 11% |
| Zimbabwe | $469K | 11% |
| Ethiopia | $439K | 9.9% |
| Malawi | $215K | 4.9% |
| Zambia | $142K | 3.2% |
| DR Congo | $61K | 1.4% |
| Nigeria | $39K | 0.9% |
| Mozambique | $28K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya polypropylene film and sheet imports (HS 3920.20): 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 3920.20: Plastics: of polymers of propylene, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polypropylene film and sheet imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported polypropylene film and sheet worth $32.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 62nd of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 50% on 2023.
Which countries supply polypropylene film and sheet to Kenya?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($9.1 million), followed by China (20%) and India (13%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 295% on the year.
What is the average import price of polypropylene film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.16 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $2.94 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polypropylene film and sheet to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.8 million in 2017 to $32.7 million in 2024, an increase of 272%. The peak was 2021 at $34.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.6 million a year.
Does Kenya also export polypropylene film and sheet?
Yes. Kenya exported $4.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $28.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for polypropylene film and sheet?
The HS code for polypropylene film and sheet is subheading 3920.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Kenya. Tell us your product to see it live.
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