Vehicle parts and accessories imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $127.9 million of vehicle parts and accessories in 2024 (40.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 18% 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 | $127.9M | 40.5K t |
| 2023 | $156.3M | 33.8K t |
| 2022 | $154.2M | 31.1K t |
| 2021 | $140.3M | 35.5K t |
| 2020 | $117.3M | 32.1K t |
| 2019 | $115.3M | 32.3K t |
| 2018 | $148.1M | 49.3K t |
| 2017 | $87.9M | 19.2K t |
Where Kenya imports vehicle parts and accessories from
Most of the value came from China (48%), Japan (15%), India (7%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+311% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $61.0M | 48% |
| Japan | $19.0M | 15% |
| India | $8.5M | 6.7% |
| Thailand | $7.5M | 5.8% |
| Turkey | $5.2M | 4.1% |
| Germany | $4.1M | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $3.8M | 3% |
| United States | $3.5M | 2.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.3M | 2.6% |
| South Africa | $3.1M | 2.4% |
Product types under HS 8708
| 8708.99 | Vehicle parts (other types) | 39% |
| 8708.80 | Vehicle suspension systems | 11% |
| 8708.29 | Body parts and accessories | 10% |
| 8708.30 | Vehicle brakes | 9.8% |
| 8708.70 | Vehicle wheels | 7.7% |
| 8708.93 | Vehicle clutches | 4.8% |
| 8708.10 | Vehicle bumpers | 4.7% |
| 8708.50 | Vehicle axles and differentials | 3.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8708.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.16 per kg, 67% below the world average of $9.69, 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 parts and accessories exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported vehicle parts and accessories worth $2.9 million (476 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Rwanda (43%), Uganda (20%), South Sudan (10%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $1.3M | 43% |
| Uganda | $595K | 20% |
| South Sudan | $307K | 11% |
| Tanzania | $175K | 6% |
| Burundi | $121K | 4.1% |
| DR Congo | $88K | 3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $59K | 2% |
| Ethiopia | $48K | 1.6% |
| South Korea | $43K | 1.5% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $39K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya vehicle parts and accessories imports (HS 8708): 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: Motor vehicles; parts and accessories, of heading no. 8701 to 8705.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle parts and accessories imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported vehicle parts and accessories worth $127.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 40.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 92nd of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle parts and accessories to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($61.0 million), followed by Japan (15%) and India (7%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 87 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 311% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle parts and accessories per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.16 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $9.69 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle parts and accessories to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $87.9 million in 2017 to $127.9 million in 2024, an increase of 46%. The peak was 2023 at $156.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $130.9 million a year.
Does Kenya also export vehicle parts and accessories?
Yes. Kenya exported $2.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Rwanda, Uganda and South Sudan. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $125.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle parts and accessories?
The HS code for vehicle parts and accessories is heading 8708. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 8708.99 (39% of the value) and 8708.80 (10%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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