Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (rolls) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported printing paper 40-150g/m2 (rolls) worth $51.1 million (58.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 10% 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 | $51.1M | 58.9K t |
| 2023 | $46.5M | 49.9K t |
| 2022 | $58.5M | 55.9K t |
| 2021 | $34.6M | 44.7K t |
| 2020 | $23.5M | 34.3K t |
| 2019 | $49.5M | 59.6K t |
| 2018 | $52.6M | 62.4K t |
| 2017 | $31.6M | 43.2K t |
Where Kenya imports printing paper 40-150g/m2 (rolls) from
The largest suppliers were China (36%), India (30%), Indonesia (22%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+808% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $18.3M | 36% |
| India | $15.3M | 30% |
| Indonesia | $11.0M | 22% |
| Singapore | $2.7M | 5.4% |
| South Africa | $1.5M | 3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $715K | 1.4% |
| United States | $441K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $336K | 0.7% |
| Portugal | $188K | 0.4% |
| Czech Republic | $171K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.87 per kg, close to the world average of $1.04.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (rolls) exports from Kenya
Exports of printing paper 40-150g/m2 (rolls) by Kenya reached $740 thousand in 2024 (684 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Rwanda (40%), Tanzania (34%), Uganda (26%). Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+452% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $294K | 40% |
| Tanzania | $255K | 34% |
| Uganda | $191K | 26% |
| Nigeria | $0K | 0% |
| Seychelles | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya printing paper 40-150g/m2 (rolls) imports (HS 4802.55): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 4802.55: Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weighing 40g/m2 to 150g/m2, in rolls.
Common questions
What is the value of printing paper 40-150g/m2 (rolls) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported printing paper 40-150g/m2 (rolls) worth $51.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 58.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 201 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply printing paper 40-150g/m2 (rolls) to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($18.3 million), followed by India (30%) and Indonesia (22%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 808% on the year.
What is the average import price of printing paper 40-150g/m2 (rolls) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.87 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $1.04 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of printing paper 40-150g/m2 (rolls) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $31.6 million in 2017 to $51.1 million in 2024, an increase of 62%. The peak was 2022 at $58.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $43.5 million a year.
Does Kenya also export printing paper 40-150g/m2 (rolls)?
Yes. Kenya exported $740 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $50.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for printing paper 40-150g/m2 (rolls)?
The HS code for printing paper 40-150g/m2 (rolls) is subheading 4802.55. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4802 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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