Sorting and screening machines imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of sorting and screening machines by Kenya reached $5.9 million in 2024 (646 tonnes). That is 79% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $5.9M | 646 t |
| 2023 | $3.3M | 320 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 664 t |
| 2021 | $2.3M | 279 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 385 t |
| 2019 | $6.5M | 841 t |
| 2018 | $4.2M | 430 t |
| 2017 | $4.9M | 580 t |
Where Kenya imports sorting and screening machines from
China alone supplied 72% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+488% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.2M | 72% |
| India | $833K | 14% |
| Portugal | $161K | 2.8% |
| Italy | $142K | 2.4% |
| Taiwan | $118K | 2% |
| Finland | $117K | 2% |
| Turkey | $104K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $51K | 0.9% |
| South Africa | $46K | 0.8% |
| Thailand | $33K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.06 per kg, close to the world average of $7.82.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sorting and screening machines exports from Kenya
Exports of sorting and screening machines by Kenya reached $228 thousand in 2024 (8 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Tanzania accounted for 99% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $225K | 99% |
| Somalia | $2K | 0.9% |
| Uganda | $1K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya sorting and screening machines imports (HS 8474.10): 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 8474.10: Machines: for sorting, screening, separating or washing earth, stone, ores or other mineral substances.
Common questions
What is the value of sorting and screening machines imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported sorting and screening machines worth $5.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 646 tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 201 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 79% on 2023.
Which countries supply sorting and screening machines to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by India (14%) and Portugal (3%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 488% on the year.
What is the average import price of sorting and screening machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.06 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $7.82 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of sorting and screening machines to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.9 million in 2017 to $5.9 million in 2024, an increase of 18%. The peak was 2019 at $6.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
Does Kenya also export sorting and screening machines?
Yes. Kenya exported $228 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, Somalia and Uganda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $5.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for sorting and screening machines?
The HS code for sorting and screening machines is subheading 8474.10. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8474 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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