Acrylic filament tow imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $14.2 million of acrylic filament tow in 2024 (4.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 4% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14.2M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $13.6M | 3.8K t |
| 2022 | $14.3M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $14.0M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $12.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2019 | $17.1M | 3.9K t |
| 2018 | $10.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $8.7M | 2.1K t |
Where Kenya imports acrylic filament tow from
The largest suppliers were Japan (40%), Turkey (22%), Thailand (11%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $5.6M | 40% |
| Turkey | $3.1M | 22% |
| Thailand | $1.5M | 11% |
| Portugal | $1.5M | 10% |
| China | $620K | 4.4% |
| South Africa | $454K | 3.2% |
| Singapore | $419K | 3% |
| Malaysia | $308K | 2.2% |
| Tanzania | $239K | 1.7% |
| Nigeria | $227K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.47 per kg, 21% above the world average of $2.86. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya acrylic filament tow imports (HS 5501.30): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 5501.30: Fibres: synthetic filament tow, acrylic or modacrylic.
Common questions
What is the value of acrylic filament tow imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported acrylic filament tow worth $14.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 113 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply acrylic filament tow to Kenya?
Japan was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($5.6 million), followed by Turkey (22%) and Thailand (11%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Nigeria grew fastest among the top ten, up 422% on the year.
What is the average import price of acrylic filament tow per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.47 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $2.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of acrylic filament tow to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.7 million in 2017 to $14.2 million in 2024, an increase of 64%. The peak was 2019 at $17.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.0 million a year.
Does Kenya also export acrylic filament tow?
Yes. Kenya exported $306 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Eswatini and Turkey. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $13.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for acrylic filament tow?
The HS code for acrylic filament tow is subheading 5501.30. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5501 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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