Rodenticide imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of rodenticide by Kenya reached $13.8 million in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 50% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $13.8M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $9.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $11.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $10.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $8.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $12.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $4.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $5.9M | 1.6K t |
Where Kenya imports rodenticide from
The largest suppliers were China (34%), India (12%), South Africa (12%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+334% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.7M | 35% |
| India | $1.7M | 12% |
| South Africa | $1.7M | 12% |
| Thailand | $1.4M | 11% |
| Brazil | $876K | 6.4% |
| Netherlands | $622K | 4.5% |
| Italy | $394K | 2.9% |
| Singapore | $392K | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $330K | 2.4% |
| Germany | $278K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.68 per kg, close to the world average of $4.27.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rodenticide exports from Kenya
Exports of rodenticide by Kenya reached $6.3 million in 2024 (698 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Uganda accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Ethiopia grew fastest (+86% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $4.3M | 69% |
| Ethiopia | $891K | 14% |
| Tanzania | $513K | 8.2% |
| South Sudan | $120K | 1.9% |
| Belgium | $111K | 1.8% |
| Rwanda | $64K | 1% |
| Zambia | $56K | 0.9% |
| Burundi | $54K | 0.9% |
| Somalia | $29K | 0.5% |
| Central African Republic | $24K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya rodenticide imports (HS 3808.99): 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 3808.99: Rodenticides and other similar products n.e.c. in heading no. 3808.9: other than containing goods specified in Subheading Note 1 in this Chapter, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles.
Common questions
What is the value of rodenticide imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported rodenticide worth $13.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 218 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 50% on 2023.
Which countries supply rodenticide to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by India (12%) and South Africa (12%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 334% on the year.
What is the average import price of rodenticide per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.68 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $4.27 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rodenticide to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.9 million in 2017 to $13.8 million in 2024, an increase of 133%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.6 million a year.
Does Kenya also export rodenticide?
Yes. Kenya exported $6.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Ethiopia and Tanzania. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $7.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for rodenticide?
The HS code for rodenticide is subheading 3808.99. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3808 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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