Key Market Indicators
In 2018, Kenya was ranked 43rd. Russia was number one at $8,921,400. The Netherlands, the United States and Japan respectively came in second, third and fourth in this ranking. Kenyan printing inks exports surged 33.8% to $5.4 million in 2018, up from $4 million the year before. Since 1997, exports have grown 14.9% year on year. Russia took first place in 2018, with Kenya 43rd. The Netherlands, United States and Japan followed in that order. Imports of printing inks into Kenya also saw a marked increase in 2018, going up 19.1% to $8.9 million, compared to $7.5 million the year before. Since 1997, imports have risen 6.3% year on year. Once again, Russia took the top spot, followed by the Netherlands, United States and Japan.