Derived Products
Ginger Ale
Raw Materials
Fresh Ginger
HS Code
091011
Last Updated
2026-06-23
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Kenya Dried Ginger market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers.
- 0 sampled export transactions for Kenya are summarized.
- 0 export partner companies and 4 import partner companies are mapped for Dried Ginger in Kenya.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- 0 export partner countries and 0 import partner countries are ranked.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-06-23.
Dried Ginger Export Supplier Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in Kenya
0 export partner companies are tracked for Dried Ginger in Kenya. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.
Annual Export Value, Volume, and Supplier Market Size for Dried Ginger in Kenya (HS Code 091011)
Analyze 2 years of Dried Ginger export volume and value in Kenya to evaluate supplier market growth, seasonality, and trade volatility.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 204,925 | 342,901 USD |
| 2022 | 24,923 | 22,813 USD |
Dried Ginger Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in Kenya: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners
4 import partner companies are tracked for Dried Ginger in Kenya. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to analyze buyer demand, partner density, and downstream channels.
Scatter points are sampled from 91.3% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Import Transaction and Price Records for Dried Ginger in Kenya
5 sampled Dried Ginger import transactions in Kenya provide date, origin, and trade-country context to benchmark price levels and demand-side trading patterns.
Dried Ginger sampled import transaction unit prices by date in Kenya: 2026-05-23: 2.64 USD / kg, 2026-05-16: 2.51 USD / kg, 2026-05-02: 2.51 USD / kg, 2026-04-17: 2.59 USD / kg, 2026-03-07: 2.41 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-23 | DRY ****** ***** ****** *** **** * ** ** ***** ** *** ******* ** ** ** *********** *** *** | 2.64 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-05-16 | DRY ****** ***** ****** *** **** * ** ******* ** *** ******* ** ** ** *********** *** *** | 2.51 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-05-02 | DRY ****** ***** ****** *** **** * ** ******* ** *** ******* ** ** ** *********** *** *** | 2.51 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-04-17 | DRY ****** ***** ****** *** **** * ** ** * ***** ** *** ******* ** ** ** *********** *** *** | 2.59 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-03-07 | IND*** ***** ****** ****** *** **** ************ ** *** ******** | 2.41 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - |
Top Dried Ginger Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners in Kenya
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them with 4 total import partner companies tracked for Dried Ginger in Kenya. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate demand-side partner fit.
(Kenya)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-23
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
(Kenya)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-23
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Kenya)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-23
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingOthersTrade
(Kenya)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-23
Employee Size: 501 - 1000 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingOthers
Kenya Import Partner Coverage
4 companies
Import partner company count highlights demand-side visibility for Dried Ginger in Kenya.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Dried Ginger importers, distributors, and buyer networks in Kenya.
Annual Import Value, Volume, and Demand Size for Dried Ginger in Kenya (HS Code 091011)
Track 2 years of Dried Ginger import volume and value in Kenya to assess demand growth and market momentum.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1,146,041 | 451,264 USD |
| 2022 | 1,159,637 | 391,765 USD |
Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormDried
Industry PositionFood Ingredient (Spice)
Market
Dried ginger in Kenya is treated as a regulated spice ingredient, with compositional requirements defined in national food standards for ginger (whole or ground). Kenya’s consumer market is supplied through a mix of imports and locally packaged/processed retail spices, including mainstream brands sold through modern trade. UN Comtrade data (via WITS, HS 091010 “ginger” under HS 1988/92) shows Kenya importing ginger in 2024 with major supplying partners including Uganda and China, while exporting smaller volumes regionally. Market access risk is shaped by Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) plant import permitting/phytosanitary controls and Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) import inspection that can block non-compliant consignments from sale.
Market RoleNet importer with limited domestic production and small regional exports
Domestic RoleRetail and foodservice spice ingredient (whole/ground) used in beverages, baking, and savory cooking
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
SeasonalityYear-round availability driven by shelf-stable dried form and import supply; no reliable Kenya-specific harvest seasonality profile identified for this record.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Forms in trade include whole/pieces and crushed/ground ginger; HS heading 0910 includes subheadings for ginger neither crushed nor ground (091011) and crushed or ground (091012).
- Retail ground ginger products in Kenya are commonly sold as powder for beverage and cooking use.
Compositional Metrics
- Kenya standard (ginger, whole or ground): moisture not more than 12%.
- Kenya standard (dry basis minima): cold water extractive not less than 11.4%; ash soluble in water not less than 1.9%.
- Kenya standard (maxima/limits): crude fibre not more than 9%; calcium (as CaO) not more than 1.1%; total ash not more than 8.0%; ash insoluble in hydrochloric acid not more than 2.3%.
Grades
- Regulatory acceptance is anchored in compliance with Kenya’s legal standard for ginger (whole or ground) under national food regulations; buyer specifications may additionally reference Codex CXS 343-2021 and/or ISO 1003:2025 for dried ginger.
Packaging
- Retail packaging examples in Kenya include sachets and jars (e.g., 10g sachet, 45g jar, 100g jar for a mainstream spice brand).
- Store in a cool, dry place (retail handling guidance for ground ginger).
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Overseas supplier or regional supplier → entry via port/border → KEBS import inspection sampling/testing → distribution to wholesalers/retail → repacking/retail sale to households and food businesses
- Domestic spice manufacturers/packers → retail packs distributed to supermarkets and shops
Temperature
- Ambient distribution is typical; product quality is sensitive to heat and humidity exposure during storage.
Shelf Life
- Shelf life and acceptance are sensitive to moisture control (Kenya compositional standard includes a maximum moisture limit) and to storage in cool, dry conditions to limit mustiness/mould risk.
Freight IntensityLow
Transport ModeMultimodal
Risks
Regulatory Compliance HighNon-compliance with Kenya’s import controls can fully block market access: KEPHIS requires a Plant Import Permit and a Phytosanitary Certificate for plant products, and KEBS can prohibit non-compliant imports from being sold and require return to origin at the importer’s cost.Secure the KEPHIS Plant Import Permit in advance, ensure the shipment carries the required phytosanitary certificate and matching documents, and conduct pre-shipment verification against Kenya’s legal ginger standard and any importer/KEBS-required tests.
Quality Standard MediumKenya’s legal standard for ginger (whole or ground) specifies compositional requirements (including a moisture maximum); lots failing these specifications risk rejection, rework, or quality claims (mustiness/mould) in distribution.Run pre-shipment laboratory tests for moisture and related compositional parameters and use moisture-barrier packaging plus documented storage controls.
Food Safety MediumAs a dried spice, ground ginger can carry microbial contamination risks if post-harvest drying, storage, or milling hygiene is weak; import inspection and buyer QA may trigger holds or recalls if contaminants are detected.Require HACCP/ISO 22000-aligned controls, validated pathogen reduction where applicable (e.g., steam treatment by qualified processors), and batch-level COAs for microbiological parameters requested by buyers/regulators.
Logistics MediumKenya’s supply mix includes regional land shipments and overseas sea shipments; border or port delays can extend exposure to humidity and disrupt replenishment of retail/foodservice channels.Use desiccants and sealed liners for bulk packs, plan buffers around peak congestion periods, and diversify supply between regional and overseas origins where feasible.
Standards
- HACCP
- ISO 22000
- FSSC 22000
FAQ
Which documents are typically required to import dried ginger into Kenya?KEPHIS states that plant/plant product consignments should be covered by a Plant Import Permit and accompanied by a Phytosanitary Certificate from the exporting country’s competent authority. In addition, KEBS conducts import inspection to ensure goods comply with Kenya Standards; non-compliant imports may be barred from sale and returned to origin at the importer’s cost.
What are key Kenyan quality limits for dried ginger (whole or ground)?Kenya’s food regulations include a standard for ginger that sets compositional requirements, including a maximum moisture content of 12% and additional extractive and ash-related parameters for ginger (whole or ground). These requirements are used as a compliance anchor for market acceptance.
Are there established local brands or packers of ground ginger in Kenya?Yes. Retail listings show ground ginger sold under local spice brands in Kenyan modern trade, and Kenyan spice manufacturers/packers publicly describe spice packaging and distribution operations that include ginger among their product ranges.
Is Halal certification required for dried ginger sold in Kenya?For single-ingredient dried ginger, Halal certification is generally buyer- and channel-driven rather than inherently required; SUPKEM provides Halal certification services in Kenya for businesses seeking to serve Halal-conscious consumers.
Sources
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