For Kenya, we quote ex-works, FOB Nhava Sheva or CIF Mombasa, whichever suits your importer. We also deliver to Mombasa, Nairobi and Athi River EPZ. It suits food stall & carts, food trucks and QSR kitchens in Kenya.
Hot Plate & Griddle rate in Kenya, 2026
The base model costs ₹33,500 ex-works (≈ KES 48,905) . Here is an estimate for one unit landed in Kenya by the cheapest shipping option:
| Cost element | KES | INR |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-works price | KES 48,905 | ₹33,500 |
| Export packing, haulage to JNPT, customs clearance | KES 21,905 | ₹15,005 |
| Ocean freight (LCL (shared container), 1.0 CBM) | KES 7,752 | ₹5,310 |
| Marine insurance | KES 432 | ₹296 |
| CIF Mombasa | KES 78,994 | ₹54,111 |
| Import duty (EAC Common External Tariff) | KES 7,899 | ₹5,411 |
| Other import levies | KES 3,555 | ₹2,435 |
| Import VAT / GST 16% | KES 14,472 | ₹9,913 |
| Destination clearance & local delivery | KES 8,399 | ₹5,753 |
| Estimated landed cost | KES 113,318 | ₹77,623 |
Estimate based on rates as of October 2026. Duties and freight change often; your customs broker confirms the final figure. Use the landed cost calculator for multiple items.
Standard model and build
| Standard model | 3 ft, 12 mm plate, thermostatic or manual gas control |
|---|---|
| Material | SS 304 food grade; SS 316 option |
| HSN / HS code | 8419.81 |
| Packed volume / weight | 0.5 CBM · 80 kg (base model) |
| Power & fuel in Kenya | 240 V / 415 V, 50 Hz; LPG |
| Standards | KEBS PVoC certificate, county health |
Custom sizes and options
- Export builds for 60 Hz and 120/208–240 V supplies
- Flame-failure devices, piezo ignition and thermostats
- SS 304 or SS 316 body; 14 or 16 SWG tops
- Number of burners or tanks and their ratings
- Gas (LPG / PNG / natural gas), electric or induction versions
Who buys hot plate & griddle in Kenya
Our hot plate & griddle goes into these kinds of kitchens:
Shipping, customs and installation for Kenya
We pack in fumigated wooden crates, stuff the container at our factory or at Nhava Sheva, and ship to Mombasa (about 12–16 days). You receive the commercial invoice with HS codes, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin. Installation is done by your contractor using our drawings and video support, or by our technicians on a site visit for larger projects.
What you get from the manufacturer
- Spares and serviceBurners, valves, castors and filters stocked; service by our team in India and partners abroad.
- Export readySeaworthy crating, HS-coded invoices, certificate of origin and documents for customs.
- Design to handoverLayout drawings, fabrication, delivery, installation, gas and exhaust commissioning, and AMC.
- Since 2004Founded by Mr Dilip Potnis, with 35+ years of commercial kitchen experience behind the designs.
FAQs: Hot Plate & Griddle in Kenya
What does a hot plate & griddle cost delivered to Kenya?
The ex-works price is ₹33,500 (about KES 48,905). Shipped from Nhava Sheva to Mombasa with insurance, import duty, taxes and local delivery, one unit lands at roughly KES 113,318. Ordering several items together in one container cuts the freight per unit sharply.
How long does shipping to Kenya take?
Manufacturing takes 10–20 working days. Sea transit from Nhava Sheva (JNPT) to Mombasa is about 12–16 days, plus customs clearance. We share the bill of lading, invoice, packing list and certificate of origin before the vessel arrives.
What HS code and import duty apply in Kenya?
We ship the hot plate & griddle under HS 8419.81. Our estimate for Kenya uses: EAC Common External Tariff; plus IDF 2.5% and RDL 2%. Import VAT/GST of 16% applies on top. Your customs broker confirms the final rate at clearance.
Do you have a dealer in Kenya?
We are appointing authorised dealers and distributors in Kenya. Until then we supply directly from the factory. If you sell kitchen equipment, see our distributor programme.
Which standards does the equipment meet?
We design for KEBS PVoC certificate, county health. Ask us which certificates are available for this model before ordering.
What are the payment terms?
Usually 30% advance and 70% against copy of the bill of lading, or an irrevocable letter of credit at sight.