Vehicle brakes imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported vehicle brakes worth $12.6 million (4.4 thousand tonnes). Value rose 12% on 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 | $12.6M | 4.4K t |
| 2023 | $11.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2022 | $13.6M | 4.5K t |
| 2021 | $12.9M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $11.9M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $11.8M | 3.8K t |
| 2018 | $15.0M | 4.4K t |
| 2017 | $11.5M | 3.2K t |
Where Kenya imports vehicle brakes from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.1M | 56% |
| Japan | $1.2M | 9.8% |
| Germany | $849K | 6.7% |
| South Africa | $687K | 5.5% |
| India | $499K | 4% |
| Turkey | $410K | 3.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $278K | 2.2% |
| Thailand | $232K | 1.8% |
| Poland | $178K | 1.4% |
| Brazil | $158K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.84 per kg, 54% below the world average of $6.21, 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.
Vehicle brakes exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $370 thousand of vehicle brakes in 2024 (18 tonnes). Rwanda alone took 82% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $304K | 82% |
| Tanzania | $31K | 8.2% |
| Republic of the Congo | $8K | 2.2% |
| DR Congo | $7K | 1.9% |
| Uganda | $7K | 1.8% |
| Ethiopia | $5K | 1.3% |
| Portugal | $2K | 0.6% |
| Mauritius | $2K | 0.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $2K | 0.5% |
| South Sudan | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya vehicle brakes imports (HS 8708.30): 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 8708.30: Vehicle parts: brakes, servo-brakes and parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle brakes imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported vehicle brakes worth $12.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 92nd of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle brakes to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by Japan (10%) and Germany (7%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 118% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle brakes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.84 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $6.21 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of vehicle brakes to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.5 million in 2017 to $12.6 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. The peak was 2018 at $15.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.6 million a year.
Does Kenya also export vehicle brakes?
Yes. Kenya exported $370 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Rwanda, Tanzania and the Republic of the Congo. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $12.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle brakes?
The HS code for vehicle brakes is subheading 8708.30. 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 8708 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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