Soybeans imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported soybeans worth $9.4 million (33.8 thousand tonnes). That is 8% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 78% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $22.3 million.
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 | $9.4M | 33.8K t |
| 2023 | $10.2M | 13.8K t |
| 2022 | $10.7M | 14.7K t |
| 2021 | $2.3M | 4.2K t |
| 2020 | $22.3M | 52.7K t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 6.6K t |
| 2018 | $534K | 271 t |
| 2017 | $164K | 427 t |
Where Kenya imports soybeans from
The largest suppliers were Uganda (45%), Ethiopia (34%), Tanzania (19%). Among the main suppliers, Tanzania grew fastest (+524% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $4.3M | 45% |
| Ethiopia | $3.2M | 34% |
| Tanzania | $1.8M | 19% |
| Zambia | $198K | 2.1% |
| Ukraine | $9K | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 1201
| 1201.90 | Soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken | 53% |
| 1201.10 | Soybean seeds | 47% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1201.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.28 per kg, 40% below the world average of $0.47, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya soybeans imports (HS 1201): 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 1201: Soya beans, whether or not broken.
Common questions
What is the value of soybeans imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported soybeans worth $9.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 33.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 75th of 199 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply soybeans to Kenya?
Uganda was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by Ethiopia (34%) and Tanzania (19%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Zimbabwe grew fastest among the top ten, up 665% on the year.
What is the average import price of soybeans per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.28 per kg in 2024, 40% below the world average of $0.47 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of soybeans to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $164 thousand in 2017 to $9.4 million in 2024. The peak was 2020 at $22.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for soybeans?
The HS code for soybeans is heading 1201. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 1201.90 (53% of the value) and 1201.10 (47%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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