Light fixtures imports in Rwanda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Rwanda imported light fixtures worth $8.2 million (665 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $11.8 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 | $8.2M | 665 t |
| 2023 | $8.1M | 635 t |
| 2022 | $10.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $6.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 473 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 421 t |
| 2018 | $11.8M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 354 t |
Where Rwanda imports light fixtures from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+159% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.9M | 72% |
| Portugal | $467K | 5.7% |
| Turkey | $393K | 4.8% |
| Kenya | $381K | 4.6% |
| India | $266K | 3.2% |
| Italy | $179K | 2.2% |
| France | $168K | 2% |
| South Africa | $142K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $87K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $49K | 0.6% |
Product types under HS 9405
| 9405.40 | Electric light fixture | 71% |
| 9405.10 | Chandelier | 13% |
| 9405.99 | Lamp metal parts | 7.3% |
| 9405.92 | Plastic lampshade | 2.2% |
| 9405.50 | Oil lamp | 2.1% |
| 9405.60 | Illuminated sign | 2% |
| 9405.20 | Table lamp | 1.2% |
| 9405.30 | Christmas light | 0.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9405.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.34 per kg, close to the world average of $13.60.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Light fixtures exports from Rwanda
Exports of light fixtures by Rwanda reached $623 thousand in 2024 (15 tonnes). Zimbabwe alone took 94% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $583K | 94% |
| Switzerland | $39K | 6.2% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0.2% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Rwanda?
The shipment records behind Rwanda light fixtures imports (HS 9405): 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: Luminaires and light fittings; including searchlights, spotlights and parts thereof, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, name-plates and the like, having permanently fixed light source and parts thereof n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of light fixtures imported by Rwanda?
Rwanda imported light fixtures worth $8.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 665 tonnes. That ranks it 150th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply light fixtures to Rwanda?
China was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($5.9 million), followed by Portugal (6%) and Turkey (5%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 159% on the year.
What is the average import price of light fixtures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.34 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $13.60 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of light fixtures to Rwanda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $8.2 million in 2024, an increase of 85%. The peak was 2018 at $11.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.1 million a year.
Does Rwanda also export light fixtures?
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 $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for light fixtures?
The HS code for light fixtures is heading 9405. In Rwanda the largest six-digit codes were 9405.40 (71% of the value) and 9405.10 (13%).
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