Winding wire (non-copper) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported winding wire (non-copper) worth $4.2 million (769 tonnes). That is 17% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $10.6 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 | $4.2M | 769 t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 633 t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 611 t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 648 t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 742 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 762 t |
| 2018 | $10.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $7.0M | 1.5K t |
Where Kenya imports winding wire (non-copper) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.8M | 90% |
| India | $356K | 8.5% |
| South Africa | $18K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $18K | 0.4% |
| Hong Kong | $8K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $6K | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | $5K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $4K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $4K | 0.1% |
| United States | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.47 per kg, 25% below the world average of $7.32, 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.
Winding wire (non-copper) exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $459 thousand of winding wire (non-copper) in 2024 (160 tonnes). Most of it went to South Sudan (44%), Rwanda (20%), Zimbabwe (20%). Among the main buyer markets, South Sudan grew fastest (+736% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Sudan | $202K | 44% |
| Rwanda | $93K | 20% |
| Zimbabwe | $92K | 20% |
| Uganda | $50K | 11% |
| Tanzania | $9K | 1.9% |
| DR Congo | $5K | 1% |
| Somalia | $4K | 0.9% |
| Seychelles | $4K | 0.8% |
| Madagascar | $1K | 0.3% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya winding wire (non-copper) imports (HS 8544.19): 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 8544.19: Insulated electric conductors: winding wire, (of other than copper).
Common questions
What is the value of winding wire (non-copper) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported winding wire (non-copper) worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 769 tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply winding wire (non-copper) to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by India (8%) and South Africa (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 693% on the year.
What is the average import price of winding wire (non-copper) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.47 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $7.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of winding wire (non-copper) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.0 million in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024, a fall of 40%. The peak was 2018 at $10.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
Does Kenya also export winding wire (non-copper)?
Yes. Kenya exported $459 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Sudan, Rwanda and Zimbabwe. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for winding wire (non-copper)?
The HS code for winding wire (non-copper) is subheading 8544.19. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8544 page.
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