Processed glass sheets imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported processed glass sheets worth $2.5 million (636 tonnes). That is 15% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $2.5M | 636 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 664 t |
| 2022 | $560K | 476 t |
| 2021 | $519K | 469 t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 294 t |
| 2019 | $373K | 813 t |
| 2018 | $810K | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $860K | 1.6K t |
Where Kenya imports processed glass sheets from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 98% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 98% |
| Saudi Arabia | $20K | 0.8% |
| Hong Kong | $15K | 0.6% |
| South Africa | $8K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $6K | 0.2% |
| France | $5K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $2K | 0.1% |
| United States | $2K | 0.1% |
| Madagascar | $1K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.99 per kg, 20% below the world average of $5.00, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya processed glass sheets imports (HS 7006): 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 7006: Glass of heading no. 7003, 7004 or 7005, bent, edge-worked, engraved, drilled, enamelled or otherwise worked, not framed or fitted with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of processed glass sheets imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported processed glass sheets worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 636 tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 207 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply processed glass sheets to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (1%) and Hong Kong (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 15% on the year.
What is the average import price of processed glass sheets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.99 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $5.00 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of processed glass sheets to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $860 thousand in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 195%. The peak was 2023 at $3.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for processed glass sheets?
The HS code for processed glass sheets is heading 7006. In Kenya all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 7006.00. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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