Key Market Indicators
In 2018, Kenyan plastic packaging imports totaled $31.4 million, up 7.3% from 2017's $29.3 million. Since 1997, Kenyan demand for plastic packaging has grown by an average of 5.7% each year. The country ranked 18th in the world for plastic packaging imports in 2018, with $9.1 billion. Germany, France, and Mexico placed second, third, and fourth respectively. Kenyan plastic packaging exports, however, decreased 22.5% in 2018, totaling $52 million compared to 2017's $67.1 million. Since 1997, the country's supply of plastic packaging has decreased by 10.5% annually. Germany, France, and Mexico placed second, third, and fourth respectively.
