Steel prop and scaffolding imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $7.9 million of steel prop and scaffolding in 2024 (4.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 71% on 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 | $7.9M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $5.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $7.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2020 | $8.8M | 4.4K t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 3.6K t |
| 2018 | $5.4M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $8.2M | 6.3K t |
Where Kenya imports steel prop and scaffolding from
China alone supplied 82% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+479% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.5M | 82% |
| Netherlands | $952K | 12% |
| India | $132K | 1.7% |
| Sri Lanka | $99K | 1.3% |
| Egypt | $66K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $60K | 0.8% |
| Lebanon | $46K | 0.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $35K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $25K | 0.3% |
| Iran | $15K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.92 per kg, close to the world average of $2.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel prop and scaffolding exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported steel prop and scaffolding worth $1.1 million (603 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 50% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $557K | 50% |
| Rwanda | $308K | 28% |
| Mauritius | $55K | 5% |
| Uganda | $49K | 4.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $44K | 4% |
| Somalia | $43K | 3.9% |
| Tanzania | $38K | 3.4% |
| South Sudan | $12K | 1% |
| Portugal | $3K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya steel prop and scaffolding imports (HS 7308.40): 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 7308.40: Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, props and similar equipment for scaffolding, shuttering or pit-propping.
Common questions
What is the value of steel prop and scaffolding imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported steel prop and scaffolding worth $7.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 88th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 71% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel prop and scaffolding to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($6.5 million), followed by the Netherlands (12%) and India (2%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 736% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel prop and scaffolding per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.92 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $2.05 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel prop and scaffolding to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.2 million in 2017 to $7.9 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2020 at $8.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.6 million a year.
Does Kenya also export steel prop and scaffolding?
Yes. Kenya exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Rwanda and Mauritius. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $6.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel prop and scaffolding?
The HS code for steel prop and scaffolding is subheading 7308.40. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7308 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Kenya reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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