Tobacco machinery exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Kenya exported $2.2 million of tobacco machinery in 2024 (13 tonnes). That is 16836% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 256% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.2M | 13 t |
| 2023 | $13K | - |
| 2022 | $43K | 1 t |
| 2021 | $36K | 0 t |
| 2020 | $20K | 12 t |
| 2019 | $52K | 0 t |
| 2018 | $74K | 46 t |
| 2017 | $0K | - |
Where Kenya exports tobacco machinery to
Italy alone took 99% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.1M | 99% |
| Tanzania | $16K | 0.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $5K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $2K | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | $2K | 0.1% |
| Serbia | $1K | 0.1% |
| Rwanda | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8478
| 8478.10 | Tobacco processing machinery | 99% |
| 8478.90 | Tobacco machinery parts | 1.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8478.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $162.99 per kg, 251% above the world average of $46.39. 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.
Tobacco machinery imports to Kenya
In 2024, Kenya imported tobacco machinery worth $455 thousand (22 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Germany (41%), India (19%), South Africa (13%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $184K | 41% |
| India | $88K | 19% |
| South Africa | $60K | 13% |
| Thailand | $35K | 7.8% |
| Italy | $25K | 5.4% |
| United Kingdom | $20K | 4.4% |
| Hungary | $18K | 3.9% |
| United States | $7K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $7K | 1.4% |
| Nigeria | $5K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya tobacco machinery exports (HS 8478): 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 8478: Machinery; for preparing or making up tobacco, n.e.c. in this chapter.
Common questions
What is the value of tobacco machinery exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported tobacco machinery worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13 tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 125 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports.
Which countries buy tobacco machinery from Kenya?
Italy was the largest buyer with 99% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Tanzania (1%) and Zimbabwe (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 buyer countries in total. Tanzania grew fastest among the top ten, up 70% on the year.
What is the average export price of tobacco machinery per kg?
The average declared export value was about $162.99 per kg in 2024, 251% above the world average of $46.39 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of tobacco machinery from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $0 thousand in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $301 thousand a year.
Does Kenya also import tobacco machinery?
Yes. Kenya imported $455 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, India and South Africa. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for tobacco machinery?
The HS code for tobacco machinery is heading 8478. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 8478.10 (99% of the value) and 8478.90 (1%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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