Trailers imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported trailers worth $46.3 million (11.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 45% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $46.3M | 11.5K t |
| 2023 | $31.8M | 9.5K t |
| 2022 | $37.8M | 9.4K t |
| 2021 | $46.2M | 10.3K t |
| 2020 | $33.3M | 11.0K t |
| 2019 | $26.5M | 7.5K t |
| 2018 | $23.5M | 7.0K t |
| 2017 | $19.1M | 6.3K t |
Where Kenya imports trailers from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+134% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $32.8M | 71% |
| Turkey | $4.7M | 10% |
| Germany | $3.6M | 7.8% |
| United Kingdom | $1.5M | 3.2% |
| India | $987K | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $509K | 1.1% |
| Uganda | $406K | 0.9% |
| Tanzania | $335K | 0.7% |
| France | $231K | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $207K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 8716
| 8716.40 | Trailers (other types) | 44% |
| 8716.90 | Trailer parts | 26% |
| 8716.31 | Tanker trailers | 13% |
| 8716.39 | General cargo trailers | 9.3% |
| 8716.80 | Non-motorized vehicles (other) | 6.7% |
| 8716.20 | Agricultural loader trailers | 0.7% |
| 8716.10 | Caravan trailers | 0.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8716.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.01 per kg, close to the world average of $4.45.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Trailers exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $16.1 million of trailers in 2024 (7.4 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Uganda (39%), Tanzania (27%), DR Congo (18%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $6.2M | 39% |
| Tanzania | $4.3M | 27% |
| DR Congo | $2.9M | 18% |
| Zambia | $1.3M | 8.3% |
| South Sudan | $660K | 4.1% |
| Angola | $177K | 1.1% |
| Rwanda | $157K | 1% |
| Burundi | $104K | 0.7% |
| Mozambique | $46K | 0.3% |
| Dominican Republic | $38K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya trailers imports (HS 8716): 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: Trailers and semi-trailers; other vehicles, not mechanically propelled; parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of trailers imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported trailers worth $46.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 74th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply trailers to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($32.8 million), followed by Turkey (10%) and Germany (8%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 749% on the year.
What is the average import price of trailers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.01 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $4.45 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of trailers to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.1 million in 2017 to $46.3 million in 2024, an increase of 142%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $33.1 million a year.
Does Kenya also export trailers?
Yes. Kenya exported $16.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Tanzania and the DR Congo. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $30.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for trailers?
The HS code for trailers is heading 8716. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 8716.40 (44% of the value) and 8716.90 (26%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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