Protein derivative imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported protein derivative worth $2.8 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 76% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 48% 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 | $2.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 533 t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 612 t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 644 t |
| 2020 | $248K | 40 t |
| 2019 | $365K | 53 t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 860 t |
| 2017 | $186K | 47 t |
Where Kenya imports protein derivative from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 92% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+84% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.6M | 92% |
| Belgium | $67K | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $65K | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $24K | 0.9% |
| India | $17K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $15K | 0.5% |
| United States | $15K | 0.5% |
| Canada | $6K | 0.2% |
| France | $4K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.50 per kg, 58% below the world average of $5.93, 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 protein derivative imports (HS 3504): 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 3504: Peptones and their derivatives; other protein substances and their derivatives n.e.c. or included; hide powder, whether or not chromed.
Common questions
What is the value of protein derivative imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported protein derivative worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 74th of 178 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 76% on 2023.
Which countries supply protein derivative to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Belgium (2%) and the Netherlands (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 302% on the year.
What is the average import price of protein derivative per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.50 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $5.93 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of protein derivative to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $186 thousand in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for protein derivative?
The HS code for protein derivative is heading 3504. In Kenya all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3504.00. It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3504 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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