Toothpaste imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of toothpaste by Kenya reached $15.0 million in 2024 (8.0 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $27.5 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 | $15.0M | 8.0K t |
| 2023 | $15.3M | 6.8K t |
| 2022 | $14.7M | 4.8K t |
| 2021 | $14.7M | 5.8K t |
| 2020 | $13.6M | 6.5K t |
| 2019 | $14.6M | 7.2K t |
| 2018 | $27.5M | 6.8K t |
| 2017 | $13.4M | 6.4K t |
Where Kenya imports toothpaste from
The largest suppliers were China (40%), Vietnam (26%), Indonesia (8%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+125% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.0M | 40% |
| Vietnam | $3.9M | 26% |
| Indonesia | $1.2M | 8.1% |
| India | $1.2M | 7.8% |
| Egypt | $715K | 4.8% |
| Slovakia | $539K | 3.6% |
| South Africa | $398K | 2.7% |
| Tanzania | $334K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $216K | 1.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $154K | 1% |
Product types under HS 3306
| 3306.10 | Oral or dental hygiene preparations: dentifrices | 92% |
| 3306.90 | Oral or dental hygiene preparations: other than dentifrices | 6.6% |
| 3306.20 | Oral or dental hygiene preparations: yarn used to clean between the teeth (dental floss) | 1.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3306.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.88 per kg, 64% below the world average of $5.25, 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.
Toothpaste exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported toothpaste worth $2.6 million (347 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Uganda accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $1.6M | 61% |
| Tanzania | $486K | 19% |
| Mauritius | $358K | 14% |
| Rwanda | $152K | 5.8% |
| Djibouti | $25K | 1% |
| Ethiopia | $2K | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | $2K | 0.1% |
| Burundi | $1K | 0% |
| Malawi | $1K | 0% |
| South Sudan | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya toothpaste imports (HS 3306): 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 3306: Oral or dental hygiene preparations; including fixative pastes and powders; yarn used to clean between the teeth (dental floss), in individual retail packages.
Common questions
What is the value of toothpaste imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported toothpaste worth $15.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 79th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply toothpaste to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($6.0 million), followed by Vietnam (26%) and Indonesia (8%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 125% on the year.
What is the average import price of toothpaste per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.88 per kg in 2024, 64% below the world average of $5.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of toothpaste to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.4 million in 2017 to $15.0 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. The peak was 2018 at $27.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.1 million a year.
Does Kenya also export toothpaste?
Yes. Kenya exported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Tanzania and Mauritius. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $12.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for toothpaste?
The HS code for toothpaste is heading 3306. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 3306.10 (92% of the value) and 3306.90 (7%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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