Printing machinery (other types) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of printing machinery (other types) by Kenya reached $5.9 million in 2024 (392 tonnes). That is 17% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $5.9M | 392 t |
| 2023 | $5.1M | 312 t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 244 t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 75 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 167 t |
| 2019 | $4.7M | 155 t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 123 t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 99 t |
Where Kenya imports printing machinery (other types) from
The largest suppliers were China (44%), Thailand (33%), United Arab Emirates (9%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+279% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.6M | 44% |
| Thailand | $2.0M | 33% |
| United Arab Emirates | $515K | 8.7% |
| United States | $182K | 3.1% |
| Germany | $113K | 1.9% |
| India | $103K | 1.8% |
| France | $76K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $52K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $49K | 0.8% |
| Taiwan | $39K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.10 per kg, 45% below the world average of $27.23, 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.
Printing machinery (other types) exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $310 thousand of printing machinery (other types) in 2024 (7 tonnes). Most of it went to India (39%), DR Congo (33%), Somalia (20%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $120K | 39% |
| DR Congo | $102K | 33% |
| Somalia | $62K | 20% |
| Rwanda | $7K | 2.2% |
| Sierra Leone | $6K | 1.8% |
| Tanzania | $6K | 1.8% |
| Uganda | $3K | 1% |
| Sri Lanka | $2K | 0.6% |
| South Sudan | $1K | 0.5% |
| Nigeria | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya printing machinery (other types) imports (HS 8443.19): 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 8443.19: Printing machinery: used for printing by means of plates, cylinders and other printing components of heading 84.42, n.e.c. in item no. 8443.1.
Common questions
What is the value of printing machinery (other types) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported printing machinery (other types) worth $5.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 392 tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 203 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply printing machinery (other types) to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Thailand (33%) and the United Arab Emirates (9%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 279% on the year.
What is the average import price of printing machinery (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.10 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $27.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of printing machinery (other types) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $5.9 million in 2024, an increase of 146%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
Does Kenya also export printing machinery (other types)?
Yes. Kenya exported $310 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, the DR Congo and Somalia. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $5.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for printing machinery (other types)?
The HS code for printing machinery (other types) is subheading 8443.19. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8443 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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