UV and infrared therapy apparatus imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $2.1 million of uv and infrared therapy apparatus in 2024 (25 tonnes). That is 909% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 51% 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 | $2.1M | 25 t |
| 2023 | $210K | 8 t |
| 2022 | $221K | 11 t |
| 2021 | $176K | 11 t |
| 2020 | $44K | 1 t |
| 2019 | $309K | 3 t |
| 2018 | $157K | 3 t |
| 2017 | $119K | 2 t |
Where Kenya imports uv and infrared therapy apparatus from
The largest suppliers were Austria (48%), Germany (39%), Italy (7%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+158% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $1.0M | 48% |
| Germany | $818K | 39% |
| Italy | $140K | 6.6% |
| United States | $41K | 1.9% |
| China | $29K | 1.4% |
| Malaysia | $25K | 1.2% |
| Denmark | $16K | 0.8% |
| India | $13K | 0.6% |
| Hungary | $7K | 0.3% |
| Singapore | $6K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $85.36 per kg, 41% below the world average of $144.64, 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 uv and infrared therapy apparatus imports (HS 9018.20): 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 9018.20: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: ultra-violet or infra-red ray apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of uv and infrared therapy apparatus imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported uv and infrared therapy apparatus worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25 tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 188 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 909% on 2023.
Which countries supply uv and infrared therapy apparatus to Kenya?
Austria was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by Germany (39%) and Italy (7%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Hungary grew fastest among the top ten, up 432% on the year.
What is the average import price of uv and infrared therapy apparatus per kg?
The average declared import value was about $85.36 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $144.64 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of uv and infrared therapy apparatus to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $119 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $419 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for uv and infrared therapy apparatus?
The HS code for uv and infrared therapy apparatus is subheading 9018.20. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9018 page.
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