Single phase AC motors imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of single phase ac motors by Kenya reached $3.8 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). That is 13% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $3.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 899 t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 238 t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 266 t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 219 t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 148 t |
Where Kenya imports single phase ac motors from
China alone supplied 84% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+184% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.2M | 84% |
| United States | $244K | 6.4% |
| South Africa | $165K | 4.3% |
| India | $70K | 1.8% |
| Italy | $30K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $13K | 0.4% |
| Taiwan | $12K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $12K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $12K | 0.3% |
| Hungary | $8K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.96 per kg, 66% below the world average of $8.70, 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.
Single phase AC motors exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported single phase ac motors worth $258 thousand (36 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Mozambique accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+192% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $133K | 52% |
| Tanzania | $83K | 32% |
| Uganda | $33K | 13% |
| Rwanda | $3K | 1.1% |
| Burundi | $2K | 0.8% |
| Seychelles | $2K | 0.8% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0.5% |
| Nigeria | $1K | 0.2% |
| DR Congo | $0K | 0.2% |
| Ethiopia | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya single phase ac motors imports (HS 8501.40): 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 8501.40: Electric motors: AC motors, single-phase.
Common questions
What is the value of single phase ac motors imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported single phase ac motors worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 79th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply single phase ac motors to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by the United States (6%) and South Africa (4%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 184% on the year.
What is the average import price of single phase ac motors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.96 per kg in 2024, 66% below the world average of $8.70 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of single phase ac motors to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, an increase of 96%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
Does Kenya also export single phase ac motors?
Yes. Kenya exported $258 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mozambique, Tanzania and Uganda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for single phase ac motors?
The HS code for single phase ac motors is subheading 8501.40. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8501 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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