Textile-reinforced conveyor belt imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported textile-reinforced conveyor belt worth $2.3 million (368 tonnes). Value rose 199% 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 | $2.3M | 368 t |
| 2023 | $763K | 196 t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 324 t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 288 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 226 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 221 t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 504 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 658 t |
Where Kenya imports textile-reinforced conveyor belt from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 81% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+677% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.8M | 81% |
| India | $295K | 13% |
| Netherlands | $28K | 1.2% |
| Belgium | $22K | 1% |
| South Africa | $21K | 0.9% |
| France | $21K | 0.9% |
| Switzerland | $16K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $13K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $12K | 0.6% |
| Ukraine | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.20 per kg, 74% above the world average of $3.56. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya textile-reinforced conveyor belt imports (HS 4010.12): 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 4010.12: Rubber: vulcanised, conveyor belts or belting, reinforced only with textile materials.
Common questions
What is the value of textile-reinforced conveyor belt imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported textile-reinforced conveyor belt worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 368 tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 199% on 2023.
Which countries supply textile-reinforced conveyor belt to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by India (13%) and the Netherlands (1%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 677% on the year.
What is the average import price of textile-reinforced conveyor belt per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.20 per kg in 2024, 74% above the world average of $3.56 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of textile-reinforced conveyor belt to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for textile-reinforced conveyor belt?
The HS code for textile-reinforced conveyor belt is subheading 4010.12. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4010 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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