Solid fuel cookers exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of solid fuel cookers by Kenya reached $6.6 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 72% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 61% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $24.8 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 | $6.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $23.5M | 4.9K t |
| 2022 | $24.8M | 5.3K t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 991 t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 601 t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 388 t |
| 2018 | $167K | 40 t |
| 2017 | $236K | 36 t |
Where Kenya exports solid fuel cookers to
The largest buyer markets were Somalia (17%), Sierra Leone (16%), DR Congo (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, Madagascar grew fastest (+680% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Somalia | $1.1M | 17% |
| Sierra Leone | $1.1M | 16% |
| DR Congo | $589K | 8.9% |
| Mozambique | $499K | 7.5% |
| Madagascar | $497K | 7.5% |
| Tanzania | $491K | 7.4% |
| Uganda | $453K | 6.8% |
| Papua New Guinea | $383K | 5.8% |
| Nigeria | $368K | 5.5% |
| India | $329K | 5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.02 per kg, close to the world average of $4.61.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Solid fuel cookers imports to Kenya
Imports of solid fuel cookers by Kenya reached $1.1 million in 2024 (334 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 91% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.0M | 91% |
| United States | $45K | 4.1% |
| South Africa | $11K | 1% |
| Australia | $10K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $4K | 0.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.3% |
| France | $3K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $3K | 0.3% |
| Poland | $3K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya solid fuel cookers exports (HS 7321.19): 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 7321.19: Cooking appliances and plate warmers: for solid fuel and fuels other than gas or liquid, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of solid fuel cookers exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported solid fuel cookers worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 144 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 72% on 2023.
Which countries buy solid fuel cookers from Kenya?
Somalia was the largest buyer with 17% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Sierra Leone (16%) and the DR Congo (9%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 28 buyer countries in total. Madagascar grew fastest among the top ten, up 680% on the year.
What is the average export price of solid fuel cookers per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.02 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $4.61 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of solid fuel cookers from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $236 thousand in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $24.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.1 million a year.
Does Kenya also import solid fuel cookers?
Yes. Kenya imported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the United States and South Africa. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for solid fuel cookers?
The HS code for solid fuel cookers is subheading 7321.19. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7321 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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