Reciprocating displacement pumps imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $2.4 million of reciprocating displacement pumps in 2024 (71 tonnes). That is 45% 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 | $2.4M | 71 t |
| 2023 | $1.7M | 75 t |
| 2022 | $1.6M | 67 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 45 t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 47 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 47 t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 160 t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 136 t |
Where Kenya imports reciprocating displacement pumps from
The largest suppliers were China (42%), India (15%), Italy (9%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+497% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.0M | 42% |
| India | $376K | 15% |
| Italy | $231K | 9.5% |
| Germany | $195K | 8% |
| France | $97K | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $75K | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $67K | 2.8% |
| Switzerland | $57K | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $52K | 2.1% |
| Tanzania | $46K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.51 per kg, close to the world average of $32.36.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Reciprocating displacement pumps exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported reciprocating displacement pumps worth $342 thousand (7 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Tanzania accounted for 97% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $331K | 97% |
| Uganda | $9K | 2.6% |
| Rwanda | $1K | 0.2% |
| Malawi | $1K | 0.2% |
| Burundi | $1K | 0.1% |
| South Sudan | $0K | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0.1% |
| Djibouti | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya reciprocating displacement pumps imports (HS 8413.50): 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 8413.50: Pumps: reciprocating positive displacement pumps, n.e.c. in heading no. 8413, for liquids.
Common questions
What is the value of reciprocating displacement pumps imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported reciprocating displacement pumps worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 71 tonnes. That ranks it 106th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply reciprocating displacement pumps to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by India (15%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 497% on the year.
What is the average import price of reciprocating displacement pumps per kg?
The average declared import value was about $34.51 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $32.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of reciprocating displacement pumps to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, a fall of 9%. The peak was 2017 at $2.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
Does Kenya also export reciprocating displacement pumps?
Yes. Kenya exported $342 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for reciprocating displacement pumps?
The HS code for reciprocating displacement pumps is subheading 8413.50. 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 8413 page.
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