Steel screw and bolt imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported steel screw and bolt worth $11.3 million (5.8 thousand tonnes). That is 12% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $21.9 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 | $11.3M | 5.8K t |
| 2023 | $10.2M | 5.4K t |
| 2022 | $21.9M | 5.1K t |
| 2021 | $15.8M | 7.1K t |
| 2020 | $10.8M | 5.8K t |
| 2019 | $15.5M | 8.3K t |
| 2018 | $14.9M | 6.8K t |
| 2017 | $9.3M | 4.9K t |
Where Kenya imports steel screw and bolt from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.2M | 64% |
| India | $1.2M | 10% |
| United States | $873K | 7.7% |
| Taiwan | $352K | 3.1% |
| Germany | $292K | 2.6% |
| Japan | $277K | 2.5% |
| South Africa | $146K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $138K | 1.2% |
| France | $120K | 1.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $105K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.94 per kg, 47% below the world average of $3.67, 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.
Steel screw and bolt exports from Kenya
Exports of steel screw and bolt by Kenya reached $584 thousand in 2024 (205 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Tanzania (34%), Mozambique (25%), Uganda (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest (+174% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $201K | 35% |
| Mozambique | $148K | 25% |
| Uganda | $89K | 15% |
| Burundi | $34K | 5.9% |
| Rwanda | $30K | 5.1% |
| Malawi | $28K | 4.8% |
| Belgium | $9K | 1.6% |
| DR Congo | $6K | 1.1% |
| Eritrea | $6K | 1% |
| Somalia | $5K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya steel screw and bolt imports (HS 7318.15): 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 7318.15: Iron or steel: threaded screws and bolts n.e.c. in item no. 7318.1, whether or not with their nuts or washers.
Common questions
What is the value of steel screw and bolt imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported steel screw and bolt worth $11.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 93rd of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel screw and bolt to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($7.2 million), followed by India (10%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 70 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 58% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel screw and bolt per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.94 per kg in 2024, 47% below the world average of $3.67 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of steel screw and bolt to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.3 million in 2017 to $11.3 million in 2024, an increase of 22%. The peak was 2022 at $21.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.7 million a year.
Does Kenya also export steel screw and bolt?
Yes. Kenya exported $584 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, Mozambique and Uganda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $10.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel screw and bolt?
The HS code for steel screw and bolt is subheading 7318.15. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7318 page.
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