Small paper sacks and bags exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of small paper sacks and bags by Kenya reached $5.4 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). Value fell 36% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $12.0 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $8.4M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $7.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $6.3M | 3.1K t |
| 2020 | $7.1M | 3.8K t |
| 2019 | $12.0M | 5.9K t |
| 2018 | $9.4M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 817 t |
Where Kenya exports small paper sacks and bags to
Most of it went to Egypt (21%), Uganda (16%), Rwanda (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Pakistan grew fastest (+191% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.52 per kg, close to the world average of $2.90.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Small paper sacks and bags imports to Kenya
Imports of small paper sacks and bags by Kenya reached $4.9 million in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). Sri Lanka alone supplied 68% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+142% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | $3.3M | 68% |
| China | $633K | 13% |
| India | $613K | 13% |
| Turkey | $120K | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $54K | 1.1% |
| Tanzania | $50K | 1% |
| Malaysia | $18K | 0.4% |
| Bangladesh | $13K | 0.3% |
| France | $10K | 0.2% |
| Sweden | $6K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya small paper sacks and bags exports (HS 4819.40): 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 4819.40: Paper and paperboard: sacks and bags, including cones, of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or fibres, having a base width less than 40cm.
Common questions
What is the value of small paper sacks and bags exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported small paper sacks and bags worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 62nd of 177 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 36% on 2023.
Which countries buy small paper sacks and bags from Kenya?
Egypt was the largest buyer with 21% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Uganda (16%) and Rwanda (14%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 41 buyer countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 191% on the year.
What is the average export price of small paper sacks and bags per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.52 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $2.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of small paper sacks and bags from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, an increase of 142%. The peak was 2019 at $12.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.2 million a year.
Does Kenya also import small paper sacks and bags?
Yes. Kenya imported $4.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Sri Lanka, China and India. That compares with exports of $5.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for small paper sacks and bags?
The HS code for small paper sacks and bags is subheading 4819.40. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4819 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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