Radio receiver imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of radio receiver by Kenya reached $34.9 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That is 154% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $44.0 million.
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 | $34.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $13.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $28.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $12.3M | 699 t |
| 2020 | $17.1M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $18.2M | 974 t |
| 2018 | $44.0M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $43.3M | 1.3K t |
Where Kenya imports radio receiver from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+166% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $34.2M | 98% |
| South Africa | $347K | 1% |
| India | $96K | 0.3% |
| Switzerland | $82K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $38K | 0.1% |
| Norway | $21K | 0.1% |
| Thailand | $20K | 0.1% |
| Singapore | $12K | 0% |
| Germany | $12K | 0% |
| United States | $10K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8527
| 8527.91 | Radios with recorder | 57% |
| 8527.19 | Portable radios (other) | 19% |
| 8527.99 | Radios (other) | 17% |
| 8527.13 | Portable radios with recorder | 5.8% |
| 8527.29 | Car radios | 0.8% |
| 8527.21 | Car radios with recorder | 0.2% |
| 8527.92 | Clock radios | 0% |
| 8527.12 | Radio broadcast receivers capable of operating without an external power source: pocket-size radio cassette-players | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8527.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $25.14 per kg, 24% below the world average of $33.05, 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.
Radio receiver exports from Kenya
Exports of radio receiver by Kenya reached $316 thousand in 2024 (10 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+844% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $211K | 67% |
| South Sudan | $27K | 8.5% |
| Tanzania | $26K | 8.3% |
| Rwanda | $19K | 6.1% |
| Uganda | $12K | 3.9% |
| Sierra Leone | $8K | 2.4% |
| United States | $6K | 1.9% |
| Mozambique | $4K | 1.3% |
| Burundi | $1K | 0.4% |
| Somalia | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya radio receiver imports (HS 8527): 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 8527: Reception apparatus for radio-broadcasting, whether or not combined, in the same housing, with sound recording or reproducing apparatus or a clock..
Common questions
What is the value of radio receiver imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported radio receiver worth $34.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 154% on 2023.
Which countries supply radio receiver to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($34.2 million), followed by South Africa (1%) and India (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 330% on the year.
What is the average import price of radio receiver per kg?
The average declared import value was about $25.14 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $33.05 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of radio receiver to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $43.3 million in 2017 to $34.9 million in 2024, a fall of 19%. The peak was 2018 at $44.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.5 million a year.
Does Kenya also export radio receiver?
Yes. Kenya exported $316 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, South Sudan and Tanzania. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $34.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for radio receiver?
The HS code for radio receiver is heading 8527. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 8527.91 (57% of the value) and 8527.19 (19%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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