Upholstered metal chairs imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of upholstered metal chairs by Kenya reached $9.3 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $9.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $9.3M | 959 t |
| 2022 | $8.7M | 929 t |
| 2021 | $5.5M | 524 t |
| 2020 | $4.8M | 735 t |
| 2019 | $4.6M | 673 t |
| 2018 | $10.5M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $8.0M | 1.9K t |
Where Kenya imports upholstered metal chairs from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 86% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+717% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.9M | 86% |
| Turkey | $825K | 8.9% |
| South Africa | $142K | 1.5% |
| South Korea | $140K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $53K | 0.6% |
| Malaysia | $30K | 0.3% |
| Thailand | $28K | 0.3% |
| Lebanon | $17K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $17K | 0.2% |
| United States | $16K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.42 per kg, 25% above the world average of $6.74. 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.
Upholstered metal chairs exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported upholstered metal chairs worth $207 thousand (114 tonnes). Uganda alone took 71% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $147K | 71% |
| Tanzania | $59K | 29% |
| Morocco | $1K | 0.3% |
| Costa Rica | $0K | 0.1% |
| DR Congo | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya upholstered metal chairs imports (HS 9401.71): 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 9401.71: Seats: with metal frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture).
Common questions
What is the value of upholstered metal chairs imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported upholstered metal chairs worth $9.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 82nd of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply upholstered metal chairs to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 86% of the value ($7.9 million), followed by Turkey (9%) and South Africa (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 717% on the year.
What is the average import price of upholstered metal chairs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.42 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $6.74 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of upholstered metal chairs to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.0 million in 2017 to $9.3 million in 2024, an increase of 16%. The peak was 2018 at $10.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
Does Kenya also export upholstered metal chairs?
Yes. Kenya exported $207 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Tanzania and Morocco. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $9.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for upholstered metal chairs?
The HS code for upholstered metal chairs is subheading 9401.71. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9401 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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