Silicone resin imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported silicone resin worth $3.8 million (1.0 thousand tonnes). That is 10% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $5.0 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 | $3.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $4.2M | 770 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 592 t |
| 2021 | $4.1M | 773 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 590 t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 637 t |
| 2018 | $5.0M | 929 t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 374 t |
Where Kenya imports silicone resin from
The largest suppliers were Germany (30%), China (25%), India (16%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+228% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.1M | 30% |
| China | $965K | 25% |
| India | $604K | 16% |
| Belgium | $356K | 9.4% |
| South Africa | $192K | 5.1% |
| Italy | $158K | 4.2% |
| United Kingdom | $147K | 3.9% |
| Netherlands | $50K | 1.3% |
| Uganda | $41K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $40K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.70 per kg, 33% below the world average of $5.49, 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 silicone resin imports (HS 3910): 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 3910: Silicones in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of silicone resin imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported silicone resin worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply silicone resin to Kenya?
Germany was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by China (25%) and India (16%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 228% on the year.
What is the average import price of silicone resin per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.70 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $5.49 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of silicone resin to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, an increase of 132%. The peak was 2018 at $5.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for silicone resin?
The HS code for silicone resin is heading 3910. In Kenya all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3910.00. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3910 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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