Zinc-coated steel wire exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of zinc-coated steel wire by Kenya reached $4.6 million in 2024 (4.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 52% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 92% 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 | $4.6M | 4.6K t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $206K | 95 t |
| 2019 | $246K | 148 t |
| 2018 | $365K | 320 t |
| 2017 | $47K | 25 t |
Where Kenya exports zinc-coated steel wire to
Most of it went to Tanzania (45%), Uganda (42%), DR Congo (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+344% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $2.1M | 45% |
| Uganda | $1.9M | 42% |
| DR Congo | $529K | 12% |
| Rwanda | $41K | 0.9% |
| Burundi | $4K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.1% |
| Liberia | $2K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.98 per kg, close to the world average of $1.08.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Zinc-coated steel wire imports to Kenya
Imports of zinc-coated steel wire by Kenya reached $3.3 million in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+676% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.7M | 51% |
| Uganda | $525K | 16% |
| India | $458K | 14% |
| France | $379K | 12% |
| Italy | $110K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $61K | 1.9% |
| Egypt | $40K | 1.2% |
| Taiwan | $26K | 0.8% |
| Australia | $3K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $3K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya zinc-coated steel wire exports (HS 7217.20): 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 7217.20: Iron or non-alloy steel: wire, plated or coated with zinc.
Common questions
What is the value of zinc-coated steel wire exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported zinc-coated steel wire worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 120 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 52% on 2023.
Which countries buy zinc-coated steel wire from Kenya?
Tanzania was the largest buyer with 45% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Uganda (42%) and the DR Congo (12%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 7 buyer countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 344% on the year.
What is the average export price of zinc-coated steel wire per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.98 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $1.08 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of zinc-coated steel wire from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $47 thousand in 2017 to $4.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
Does Kenya also import zinc-coated steel wire?
Yes. Kenya imported $3.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Uganda and India. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for zinc-coated steel wire?
The HS code for zinc-coated steel wire is subheading 7217.20. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7217 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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