TOP 10 ITEMS TO SHIP TO KENYA FROM CHINA

Looking to start a profitable import business or restock your store? Shipping from China to Kenya offers unmatched variety, affordability, and convenience. At Assure Cargo, we help thousands of Kenyan businesses and individuals ship goods from China with reliability and speed.

In this blog, we’ll break down the Top 10 most popular items to ship to Kenya from China—and why they’re smart choices for your next consignment.

1. Electronics (Phones, Tablets, Accessories)

Kenya has a huge demand for affordable smartphones, power banks, chargers, and earphones. These items are cheap to source in China and easy to sell locally, especially in Nairobi, Mombasa, and online platforms. You can source them in China and ship to Kenya from reputable e-commerce platforms like Alibaba, Aliexpress, Temu, Shein etc.

2. Fashion Items (Clothes, Shoes, Bags)

Chinese wholesalers offer a wide variety of affordable and trendy clothing for men, women, and kids. Importing fashion items from China is one of the easiest ways to start a boutique business in Kenya. This is a very lucrative venture with most young people starting this business.

3. Hair Products and Beauty Supplies

From human hair wigs and weaves to makeup brushes and skincare items, beauty products are among the top-selling imports in Kenya. They’re lightweight and offer high profit margins. These include skin care products such as sunscreen, moisturizers and cleansers. Identify your products and let us Assure cargo ship them for you.

4. Home and Kitchen Appliances

Blenders, rice cookers, LED lights, and electric kettles are in high demand. These home essentials from China are affordable and appeal to a growing middle class in Kenya.

5. Motorbike and Car Spare Parts

Whether you run an auto shop or supply spare parts to mechanics, China is a prime source for affordable and quality vehicle parts, especially for motorcycles (boda bodas) and tuk-tuks.  With auto e-commerce platforms such as Tuhu, Guazi, Yixin and many others, you are assured of variety and affordability. We recommend Sea shipping for large cargo such as auto spare parts.

6. Home and Kitchen Appliances

Blenders, rice cookers, LED lights, and electric kettles are in high demand. These home essentials from China are affordable and appeal to a growing middle class in Kenya. China trade platforms offer variety and value for money especially when purchasing on whole-sale.

7. Stationery and School Supplies

From pens and books to geometry sets and school bags, back-to-school season drives demand for imported stationery—especially from budget-friendly Chinese suppliers.

8. Home and Office Furniture

Sourcing office desks, chairs, and home furniture from China is cost-effective. Many Kenyan startups and homeowners look for budget-friendly furniture options as opposed to making them locally or shipping from Europe to avoid high costs. China offers affordable and quality furniture with some companies offering full refund incase of damage. Assure cargo handles furniture with utmost care, trust us to deliver.

9. Industrial Equipment Tools

Power tools, welding machines, sewing machines, and mini water pumps are essential for Kenya’s growing small businesses and workshops.

10. Solar Products (Panels, Lamps, Batteries)

Kenya’s push toward affordable green energy has led to high demand for solar panels, solar lamps, and backup batteries—all available at low cost in China.

At Assure Cargo, we specialize in fast, secure, and affordable shipping from China to Kenya via Air or Sea. Whether you’re shipping small parcels, full containers, or bulk cargo, our team ensures seamless customs clearance and delivery to your doorstep.

Choosing the right items to import from China can make or break your business. Focus on trending, high-demand goods—and let Assure Cargo handle the logistics. Whether you’re new to importing or already running an import business, we’re here to support your growth.

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