Spirits and liqueurs imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $59.2 million of spirits and liqueurs in 2024 (13.5 thousand tonnes). That is 29% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $59.2M | 13.5K t |
| 2023 | $45.8M | 11.5K t |
| 2022 | $47.8M | 13.9K t |
| 2021 | $60.3M | 17.2K t |
| 2020 | $48.9M | 19.1K t |
| 2019 | $49.9M | 12.8K t |
| 2018 | $52.0M | 10.7K t |
| 2017 | $29.1M | 9.0K t |
Where Kenya imports spirits and liqueurs from
The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (46%), France (9%), India (8%). Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+62% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $27.5M | 47% |
| France | $5.1M | 8.6% |
| India | $4.7M | 8% |
| Mexico | $3.8M | 6.3% |
| South Africa | $3.5M | 5.9% |
| Tanzania | $2.7M | 4.6% |
| Ireland | $2.6M | 4.3% |
| United States | $2.5M | 4.2% |
| Spain | $1.3M | 2.2% |
| Italy | $929K | 1.6% |
Product types under HS 2208
| 2208.30 | Whiskey | 56% |
| 2208.90 | Spirits (other types) | 15% |
| 2208.20 | Brandy | 12% |
| 2208.70 | Liqueurs and cordials | 7.3% |
| 2208.50 | Gin | 6.4% |
| 2208.40 | Rum | 2.3% |
| 2208.60 | Vodka | 1.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2208.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.37 per kg, close to the world average of $5.43.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Spirits and liqueurs exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $14.7 million of spirits and liqueurs in 2024 (5.5 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Rwanda (48%), South Sudan (14%), Uganda (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+115% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $7.0M | 48% |
| South Sudan | $2.1M | 15% |
| Uganda | $918K | 6.3% |
| Tanzania | $747K | 5.1% |
| United Kingdom | $496K | 3.4% |
| Singapore | $476K | 3.2% |
| DR Congo | $404K | 2.8% |
| Seychelles | $355K | 2.4% |
| China | $311K | 2.1% |
| Latvia | $209K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya spirits and liqueurs imports (HS 2208): 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 2208: Ethyl alcohol, undenatured; of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% volume; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages.
Common questions
What is the value of spirits and liqueurs imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported spirits and liqueurs worth $59.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 68th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply spirits and liqueurs to Kenya?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($27.5 million), followed by France (9%) and India (8%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 73 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 62% on the year.
What is the average import price of spirits and liqueurs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.37 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $5.43 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of spirits and liqueurs to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $29.1 million in 2017 to $59.2 million in 2024, an increase of 104%. The peak was 2021 at $60.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $49.1 million a year.
Does Kenya also export spirits and liqueurs?
Yes. Kenya exported $14.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Rwanda, South Sudan and Uganda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $44.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for spirits and liqueurs?
The HS code for spirits and liqueurs is heading 2208. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 2208.30 (56% of the value) and 2208.90 (14%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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