Export Iron ore from Pakistan to Kenya
Pakistan did not report any exports of iron ore (HS 2601) to Kenya in 2025, while India sold US$5.5M there. Kenya's total imports of the product were US$61.6M in 2025.
This is an open market for Pakistani suppliers: demand exists and a South Asian competitor is already meeting part of it. Pakistan's total sales to Kenya grew 26% between 2020 and 2025, which suggests buyers there are increasingly open to Pakistani suppliers.
On our opportunity score, Kenya rates 48 out of 100 (worth exploring) and ranks 7th of 9 markets for this product. Next step: confirm import duties and product standards for Kenya before sending samples, then list iron ore with Kenya as a target market so importers there can contact you.
- Opportunity score
- 48/100 (Worth exploring)
- From Pakistan (2025)
- US$0M
- From India (2025)
- US$5.53M
- Market size
- US$61.56M
- Check before you export
- Many buyers work through traders and distributors. Agree payment terms in advance and use letters of credit or trade insurance where possible.
How much iron ore does Kenya import?
Kenya imported US$61.6M of iron ore (HS 2601) in 2025, according to UN Comtrade.
Does Pakistan export iron ore to Kenya?
Pakistan reported no exports of iron ore to Kenya in 2025, so this is a new market for Pakistani suppliers.
How does Pakistan compare with India in Kenya for iron ore?
India leads: US$5.5M against Pakistan's US$0K in 2025, a gap of US$5.5M.
How can I start exporting iron ore to Kenya?
Confirm your HS code, check Kenya's duties and standards, and list your business on BusinessListing.pk with Kenya as a target market. Our guide "How to Choose an Export Market" and the Kenya Global Trade profile explain the next steps.