Styrene polymers (other) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $3.1 million of styrene polymers (other) in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). That is 35% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $3.9 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 | $3.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $575K | 373 t |
Where Kenya imports styrene polymers (other) from
The largest suppliers were Tunisia (28%), South Korea (18%), China (16%). Among the main suppliers, Tunisia grew fastest (+227% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tunisia | $845K | 28% |
| South Korea | $541K | 18% |
| China | $501K | 16% |
| Turkey | $382K | 13% |
| India | $305K | 10% |
| United Arab Emirates | $207K | 6.8% |
| Malaysia | $108K | 3.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $81K | 2.7% |
| South Africa | $31K | 1% |
| Pakistan | $21K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.38 per kg, 32% below the world average of $2.02, 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.
Styrene polymers (other) exports from Kenya
Exports of styrene polymers (other) by Kenya reached $229 thousand in 2024 (107 tonnes). Rwanda alone took 61% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $141K | 61% |
| Zambia | $51K | 22% |
| Republic of the Congo | $20K | 8.8% |
| Uganda | $8K | 3.3% |
| France | $7K | 3% |
| Nigeria | $2K | 0.7% |
| Tanzania | $1K | 0.3% |
| Burundi | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya styrene polymers (other) imports (HS 3903.90): 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 3903.90: Styrene polymers: in primary forms, n.e.c. in heading no. 3903.
Common questions
What is the value of styrene polymers (other) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported styrene polymers (other) worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 74th of 189 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply styrene polymers (other) to Kenya?
Tunisia was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($845 thousand), followed by South Korea (18%) and China (16%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Tunisia grew fastest among the top ten, up 227% on the year.
What is the average import price of styrene polymers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.38 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $2.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of styrene polymers (other) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $575 thousand in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 433%. The peak was 2021 at $3.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
Does Kenya also export styrene polymers (other)?
Yes. Kenya exported $229 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Rwanda, Zambia and the Republic of the Congo. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for styrene polymers (other)?
The HS code for styrene polymers (other) is subheading 3903.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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