Trailer parts imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of trailer parts by Kenya reached $12.2 million in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 12% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $12.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $10.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $9.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $15.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2020 | $10.9M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $7.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $9.2M | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $6.2M | 2.6K t |
Where Kenya imports trailer parts from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 84% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+108% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.3M | 84% |
| India | $675K | 5.5% |
| Turkey | $673K | 5.5% |
| Germany | $178K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $118K | 1% |
| South Africa | $93K | 0.8% |
| France | $47K | 0.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $37K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $30K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $19K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.43 per kg, 35% above the world average of $4.02. 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 trailer parts imports (HS 8716.90): 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 8716.90: Trailers, semi-trailers and other vehicles not mechanically propelled: parts thereof for heading no. 8716.
Common questions
What is the value of trailer parts imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported trailer parts worth $12.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply trailer parts to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($10.3 million), followed by India (6%) and Turkey (6%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 587% on the year.
What is the average import price of trailer parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.43 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $4.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of trailer parts to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.2 million in 2017 to $12.2 million in 2024, an increase of 98%. The peak was 2021 at $15.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for trailer parts?
The HS code for trailer parts is subheading 8716.90. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8716 page.
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