Vinyl polymer imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $9.3 million of vinyl polymer in 2024 (5.1 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $16.7 million.
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 | 5.1K t |
| 2023 | $9.5M | 5.2K t |
| 2022 | $16.7M | 6.4K t |
| 2021 | $11.8M | 6.3K t |
| 2020 | $10.0M | 6.4K t |
| 2019 | $7.8M | 4.7K t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 2.3K t |
Where Kenya imports vinyl polymer from
The largest suppliers were China (27%), Egypt (20%), Belgium (17%). Among the main suppliers, Tunisia grew fastest (+569% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 27% |
| Egypt | $1.9M | 20% |
| Belgium | $1.6M | 17% |
| South Korea | $779K | 8.3% |
| Germany | $562K | 6% |
| India | $468K | 5% |
| Singapore | $384K | 4.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $336K | 3.6% |
| Tunisia | $207K | 2.2% |
| Malaysia | $185K | 2% |
Product types under HS 3905
| 3905.21 | Vinyl acetate copolymer emulsion | 29% |
| 3905.91 | Vinyl polymer copolymers (other) | 20% |
| 3905.29 | Vinyl acetate copolymer (solid) | 17% |
| 3905.12 | Polyvinyl acetate emulsion | 11% |
| 3905.99 | Vinyl polymers (other) | 11% |
| 3905.30 | Polyvinyl alcohol | 10% |
| 3905.19 | Polyvinyl acetate resin | 1.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3905.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.84 per kg, 34% below the world average of $2.77, 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.
Vinyl polymer exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported vinyl polymer worth $1.7 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Uganda (37%), Rwanda (37%), Burundi (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+267% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $644K | 37% |
| Rwanda | $642K | 37% |
| Burundi | $296K | 17% |
| Tanzania | $111K | 6.4% |
| Ethiopia | $29K | 1.7% |
| Seychelles | $5K | 0.3% |
| Mozambique | $5K | 0.3% |
| Somalia | $5K | 0.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya vinyl polymer imports (HS 3905): 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 3905: Polymers of vinyl acetate or of other vinyl esters, in primary forms; other vinyl polymers in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of vinyl polymer imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported vinyl polymer worth $9.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 73rd of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply vinyl polymer to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by Egypt (20%) and Belgium (17%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Tunisia grew fastest among the top ten, up 569% on the year.
What is the average import price of vinyl polymer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.84 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $2.77 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of vinyl polymer to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $9.3 million in 2024, an increase of 160%. The peak was 2022 at $16.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.2 million a year.
Does Kenya also export vinyl polymer?
Yes. Kenya exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for vinyl polymer?
The HS code for vinyl polymer is heading 3905. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 3905.21 (29% of the value) and 3905.91 (20%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Kenya reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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