Tinplate can imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $4.1 million of tinplate can in 2024 (602 tonnes). Value fell 63% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $11.0 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 | $4.1M | 602 t |
| 2023 | $11.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $5.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $5.8M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $6.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $8.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $6.3M | 1.6K t |
Where Kenya imports tinplate can from
One supplier dominates: France accounted for 82% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+181% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.4M | 82% |
| China | $331K | 8.1% |
| Turkey | $276K | 6.8% |
| Egypt | $76K | 1.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $19K | 0.5% |
| India | $17K | 0.4% |
| Portugal | $10K | 0.3% |
| Denmark | $1K | 0% |
| Malaysia | $1K | 0% |
| Japan | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.80 per kg, 97% above the world average of $3.45. 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 tinplate can imports (HS 7310.21): 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 7310.21: Cans: which are to be closed by soldering or crimping, for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas), less than 50l capacity, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of tinplate can imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported tinplate can worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 602 tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 200 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 63% on 2023.
Which countries supply tinplate can to Kenya?
France was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by China (8%) and Turkey (7%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 181% on the year.
What is the average import price of tinplate can per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.80 per kg in 2024, 97% above the world average of $3.45 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of tinplate can to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.3 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, a fall of 35%. The peak was 2023 at $11.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for tinplate can?
The HS code for tinplate can is subheading 7310.21. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7310 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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