Tinned steel scrap imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $5.8 million of tinned steel scrap in 2024 (12.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 11% more than in 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 158% a year on average.
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 | $5.8M | 12.4K t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 10.9K t |
| 2022 | $4.4M | 8.6K t |
| 2021 | $34K | 94 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 6.5K t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $20K | 24 t |
Where Kenya imports tinned steel scrap from
One supplier dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 68% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $4.0M | 68% |
| Poland | $1.8M | 32% |
| South Sudan | $3K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.47 per kg, 34% above the world average of $0.35. 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.
Tinned steel scrap exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported tinned steel scrap worth $19.1 million (34.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. One buyer market dominates: Uganda accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $19.1M | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya tinned steel scrap imports (HS 7204.30): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 7204.30: Ferrous waste and scrap: of tinned iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of tinned steel scrap imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported tinned steel scrap worth $5.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 94 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply tinned steel scrap to Kenya?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Poland (32%) and South Sudan (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of tinned steel scrap per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.47 per kg in 2024, 34% above the world average of $0.35 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of tinned steel scrap to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20 thousand in 2018 to $5.8 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 7 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
Does Kenya also export tinned steel scrap?
Yes. Kenya exported $19.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda. That compares with imports of $5.8 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for tinned steel scrap?
The HS code for tinned steel scrap is subheading 7204.30. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7204 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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