Steel structure (other) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported steel structure (other) worth $69.1 million (24.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 126% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $107.8 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 | $69.1M | 24.8K t |
| 2023 | $30.6M | 16.2K t |
| 2022 | $51.2M | 18.8K t |
| 2021 | $107.8M | 42.1K t |
| 2020 | $72.2M | 27.6K t |
| 2019 | $58.9M | 30.1K t |
| 2018 | $65.9M | 37.8K t |
| 2017 | $58.5M | 35.0K t |
Where Kenya imports steel structure (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 82% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+174% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $56.4M | 82% |
| India | $5.9M | 8.5% |
| South Africa | $1.2M | 1.8% |
| Egypt | $940K | 1.4% |
| South Korea | $803K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $618K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $579K | 0.8% |
| Poland | $352K | 0.5% |
| Hong Kong | $327K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $251K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.78 per kg, close to the world average of $2.48.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel structure (other) exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported steel structure (other) worth $6.7 million (3.5 thousand tonnes). Uganda alone took 53% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $3.5M | 53% |
| Tanzania | $731K | 11% |
| South Sudan | $671K | 10% |
| Rwanda | $547K | 8.2% |
| Norway | $464K | 7% |
| DR Congo | $183K | 2.7% |
| Mozambique | $177K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $99K | 1.5% |
| Ethiopia | $72K | 1.1% |
| Nigeria | $38K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya steel structure (other) imports (HS 7308.90): 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 7308.90: Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, n.e.c. in heading 7308.
Common questions
What is the value of steel structure (other) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported steel structure (other) worth $69.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 88th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 126% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel structure (other) to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($56.4 million), followed by India (8%) and South Africa (2%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 439% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel structure (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.78 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $2.48 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 structure (other) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $58.5 million in 2017 to $69.1 million in 2024, an increase of 18%. The peak was 2021 at $107.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $64.3 million a year.
Does Kenya also export steel structure (other)?
Yes. Kenya exported $6.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Tanzania and South Sudan. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $62.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel structure (other)?
The HS code for steel structure (other) is subheading 7308.90. 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?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Kenya. Tell us your product to see it live.
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