Transmission shafts and cranks imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported transmission shafts and cranks worth $4.5 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). That is 16% more than in 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 | $4.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 979 t |
| 2021 | $4.7M | 339 t |
| 2020 | $3.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 599 t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 151 t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 197 t |
Where Kenya imports transmission shafts and cranks from
The largest suppliers were China (24%), India (22%), Japan (12%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+612% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.1M | 24% |
| India | $1.0M | 22% |
| Japan | $531K | 12% |
| Sweden | $334K | 7.4% |
| Germany | $310K | 6.8% |
| Israel | $298K | 6.6% |
| United States | $298K | 6.6% |
| United Kingdom | $86K | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $81K | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $64K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.63 per kg, 55% below the world average of $8.00, 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 transmission shafts and cranks imports (HS 8483.10): 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 8483.10: Transmission shafts (including cam shafts and crank shafts) and cranks.
Common questions
What is the value of transmission shafts and cranks imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported transmission shafts and cranks worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 92nd of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply transmission shafts and cranks to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by India (22%) and Japan (12%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 612% on the year.
What is the average import price of transmission shafts and cranks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.63 per kg in 2024, 55% below the world average of $8.00 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of transmission shafts and cranks to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024, an increase of 95%. The peak was 2021 at $4.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for transmission shafts and cranks?
The HS code for transmission shafts and cranks is subheading 8483.10. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8483 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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