Softwood plywood imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported softwood plywood worth $8.8 million (22.4 thousand tonnes). Value rose 73% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 62% 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 | $8.8M | 22.4K t |
| 2023 | $5.1M | 12.1K t |
| 2022 | $5.1M | 10.2K t |
| 2021 | $5.0M | 11.3K t |
| 2020 | $7.5M | 11.2K t |
| 2019 | $5.1M | 8.2K t |
| 2018 | $5.5M | 8.6K t |
| 2017 | $303K | 315 t |
Where Kenya imports softwood plywood from
One supplier dominates: Uganda accounted for 88% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Uganda grew fastest (+154% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $7.8M | 89% |
| Tanzania | $550K | 6.2% |
| Turkey | $190K | 2.2% |
| India | $128K | 1.5% |
| China | $48K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $45K | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $29K | 0.3% |
| Lebanon | $13K | 0.2% |
| Malaysia | $8K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.39 per kg, 41% below the world average of $0.66, 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.
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The shipment records behind Kenya softwood plywood imports (HS 4412.39): 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 4412.39: Plywood: consisting only of sheets of wood (not bamboo), each ply 6mm or thinner, with both outer plies of coniferous wood.
Common questions
What is the value of softwood plywood imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported softwood plywood worth $8.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 73% on 2023.
Which countries supply softwood plywood to Kenya?
Uganda was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($7.8 million), followed by Tanzania (6%) and Turkey (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 154% on the year.
What is the average import price of softwood plywood per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.39 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $0.66 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of softwood plywood to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $302 thousand in 2017 to $8.8 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for softwood plywood?
The HS code for softwood plywood is subheading 4412.39. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4412 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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