Electric light fixture imports in Rwanda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Rwanda imported electric light fixture worth $5.8 million (487 tonnes). Value rose 33% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $7.6 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 | $5.8M | 487 t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 417 t |
| 2022 | $7.6M | 925 t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 849 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 371 t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 299 t |
| 2018 | $4.8M | 987 t |
| 2017 | $3.7M | 285 t |
Where Rwanda imports electric light fixture from
China alone supplied 84% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+260% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.9M | 84% |
| Portugal | $439K | 7.5% |
| France | $163K | 2.8% |
| South Africa | $53K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $48K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $43K | 0.7% |
| Belgium | $33K | 0.6% |
| India | $28K | 0.5% |
| Egypt | $28K | 0.5% |
| Kenya | $26K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.95 per kg, 27% below the world average of $16.40, 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.
Electric light fixture exports from Rwanda
Rwanda exported $623 thousand of electric light fixture in 2024 (15 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zimbabwe accounted for 94% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $583K | 94% |
| Switzerland | $39K | 6.2% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0.2% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Rwanda?
The shipment records behind Rwanda electric light fixture imports (HS 9405.40): 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 9405.40: Lamps and light fittings: electric, n.e.c. in heading no. 9405.
Common questions
What is the value of electric light fixture imported by Rwanda?
Rwanda imported electric light fixture worth $5.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 487 tonnes. That ranks it 147th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric light fixture to Rwanda?
China was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($4.9 million), followed by Portugal (8%) and France (3%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 260% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric light fixture per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.95 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $16.40 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of electric light fixture to Rwanda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.7 million in 2017 to $5.8 million in 2024, an increase of 59%. The peak was 2022 at $7.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
Does Rwanda also export electric light fixture?
Yes. Rwanda exported $623 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. On balance Rwanda is a net importer of this product, by about $5.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric light fixture?
The HS code for electric light fixture is subheading 9405.40. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9405 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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