Best supplements in Kenya. Shipping supplements from the U.S. to Kenya
Which are the best supplements in Kenya, and how can I trust they are legitimate?
One of the most shipped items from the US to Kenya is health supplements, shipped by air cargo. It goes without saying that most Kenyans are waking up to the benefits of taking health supplements and taking care of their health.
Best places to buy supplements in the U.S.
IHerb.com and Amazon are some of the best marketplaces for buying supplements. Whether you want health supplements or fitness supplements, these two major sources are probably all you need.
The best supplement brand
There are so many niche supplement brands that trying to zero in on the best brand for all your needs will be misleading. For example, when it comes to fitness and nutrition, I supplement with Optimum Nutrition protein, but when it comes to creatine, I prefer Accent Nutrition creatine.
When it comes to omega-3 oils, I prefer an Alaskan brand like Nordic Naturals, and you can find these on Amazon.
For a collagen supplement, I prefer the Sport Research supplement available for you from Amazon and iHub.
Different people have different experiences with different brands. I have had a poor experience with Now Foods supplement, which is one of the largest mass-market supplement brands also sold in Kenya.
Which supplements can you not ship to Kenya?
Most supplements can be shipped without a problem, so long as you are not shipping a CBD-containing supplement. Kenya law has not approved or allowed the use of CBD supplements in Kenya, and they are still considered hard drugs.
How long does it take to ship supplements from the U.S. to Kenya?
Like anything else we ship, it takes 7-14 business days from the day we ship by air to arrive in Kenya. This time frame does not include the time it takes from when you order your supplements to when they arrive in the warehouse.
Our cutoff is every week on Monday, and your shipment departs every week on Wednesday.
Is it advisable to ship supplements by ocean from the US to Kenya?
No, it's not advisable for many reasons:
1. Most supplements have short expiry dates, so you do not want to wait for your supplements for 4 months before they can arrive.
2. The minimum cost for ocean shipping is $150, meaning small packages like supplements should always be shipped by air.
Are there government restrictions on shipping supplements?
If you're shipping for personal consumption, there are really no special requirements for that. However, if you're shipping supplements to Kenya for retail, you are supposed to register with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board in Kenya.
Can I use Kentex Cargo to ship supplements for commercial purposes or for retail in Kenya?
Yes, you can ship supplements for resale, so long as you have already registered with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board. We would do an entry for you with Kentrade for clearing purposes.
Can I ship animal and pet supplements from the U.S. to Kenya?
Yes, you can. Again, small-scale personal consumption has no restrictions. However, if you want to ship bulk animal supplements for resale, then you need to register with relevant bodies.