Veneer sheets exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of veneer sheets by Kenya reached $5.3 million in 2024 (45.3 thousand tonnes). That is 30% more than in 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 70% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.3M | 45.3K t |
| 2023 | $4.1M | 17.9K t |
| 2022 | $867K | 11.1K t |
| 2021 | $53K | 416 t |
| 2020 | $152K | 282 t |
| 2019 | $146K | 565 t |
| 2018 | $222K | 207 t |
Where Kenya exports veneer sheets to
China alone took 79% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.2M | 79% |
| India | $582K | 11% |
| Cambodia | $285K | 5.4% |
| Malaysia | $133K | 2.5% |
| Thailand | $90K | 1.7% |
| Nigeria | $44K | 0.8% |
| Tanzania | $2K | 0% |
Product types under HS 4408
| 4408.39 | Tropical veneer sheets | 91% |
| 4408.90 | Veneer sheets (other) | 8.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4408.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.12 per kg, 87% below the world average of $0.90, 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.
Veneer sheets imports to Kenya
Imports of veneer sheets by Kenya reached $590 thousand in 2024 (238 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 56% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $328K | 56% |
| Italy | $91K | 16% |
| Austria | $77K | 13% |
| Czech Republic | $31K | 5.3% |
| United States | $26K | 4.4% |
| Cameroon | $11K | 1.8% |
| Mozambique | $9K | 1.5% |
| Lebanon | $7K | 1.1% |
| India | $5K | 0.9% |
| South Africa | $3K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya veneer sheets exports (HS 4408): 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 4408: Sheets for veneering (including those obtained by slicing laminated wood), for plywood or for similar laminated wood and other wood, sawn lengthwise, sliced or peeled, planed or not, sanded, spliced or end-jointed, of a thickness not exceeding 6 mm.
Common questions
What is the value of veneer sheets exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported veneer sheets worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 45.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 142 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries buy veneer sheets from Kenya?
China was the largest buyer with 79% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by India (11%) and Cambodia (5%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 7 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of veneer sheets per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.12 per kg in 2024, 87% below the world average of $0.90 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of veneer sheets from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $222 thousand in 2018 to $5.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 7 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
Does Kenya also import veneer sheets?
Yes. Kenya imported $590 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Italy and Austria. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for veneer sheets?
The HS code for veneer sheets is heading 4408. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 4408.39 (91% of the value) and 4408.90 (9%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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