Tires (other types) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported tires (other types) worth $3.4 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). That is 11% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $5.7 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 | $3.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $4.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $4.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $4.2M | 1.7K t |
Where Kenya imports tires (other types) from
Most of the value came from India (34%), Sri Lanka (23%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.2M | 34% |
| Sri Lanka | $804K | 23% |
| China | $372K | 11% |
| Malaysia | $275K | 8% |
| Indonesia | $273K | 7.9% |
| Brazil | $271K | 7.8% |
| South Africa | $198K | 5.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $61K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $7K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.13 per kg, 33% below the world average of $3.19, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya tires (other types) imports (HS 4012.90): 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 4012.90: Rubber: tyres n.e.c. in heading no. 4012.
Common questions
What is the value of tires (other types) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported tires (other types) worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply tires (other types) to Kenya?
India was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Sri Lanka (23%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 34% on the year.
What is the average import price of tires (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.13 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $3.19 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of tires (other types) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.2 million in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, a fall of 18%. The peak was 2022 at $5.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for tires (other types)?
The HS code for tires (other types) is subheading 4012.90. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4012 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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