Malt imports in Rwanda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Rwanda imported malt worth $21.2 million (33.3 thousand tonnes). That is 43% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 38% a year on average.
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 | $21.2M | 33.3K t |
| 2023 | $14.8M | 22.3K t |
| 2022 | $18.0M | 34.1K t |
| 2021 | $11.1M | 24.4K t |
| 2020 | $7.9M | 18.7K t |
| 2019 | $7.9M | 18.2K t |
| 2018 | $10.1M | 16.9K t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 5.6K t |
Where Rwanda imports malt from
The largest suppliers were France (37%), Belgium (36%), Kenya (17%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+47% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $7.9M | 37% |
| Belgium | $7.5M | 36% |
| Kenya | $3.7M | 17% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 9.7% |
Product types under HS 1107
| 1107.10 | Malt: not roasted | 100% |
| 1107.20 | Roasted malt | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1107.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.64 per kg, close to the world average of $0.65.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Rwanda?
The shipment records behind Rwanda malt imports (HS 1107): 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 1107: Malt; whether or not roasted.
Common questions
What is the value of malt imported by Rwanda?
Rwanda imported malt worth $21.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 33.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 46th of 197 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply malt to Rwanda?
France was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($7.9 million), followed by Belgium (36%) and Kenya (17%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 47% on the year.
What is the average import price of malt per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.64 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.65 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of malt to Rwanda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $21.2 million in 2024, an increase of 835%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for malt?
The HS code for malt is heading 1107. In Rwanda the largest six-digit codes were 1107.10 (100% of the value) and 1107.20 (0%).
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