Baby synthetic knit clothing exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Kenya exported baby synthetic knit clothing worth $2.6 million (233 tonnes). That is 16% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.6M | 233 t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 187 t |
| 2022 | $946K | 68 t |
| 2021 | $51K | 1 t |
| 2020 | $40K | 2 t |
| 2019 | $475K | 33 t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 78 t |
| 2017 | $900K | 51 t |
Where Kenya exports baby synthetic knit clothing to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+148% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.3M | 90% |
| Canada | $151K | 5.8% |
| Malaysia | $34K | 1.3% |
| France | $33K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $16K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $15K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $8K | 0.3% |
| Czech Republic | $2K | 0.1% |
| Luxembourg | $1K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.14 per kg, 34% below the world average of $16.93, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
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 baby synthetic knit clothing exports (HS 6111.30): 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 6111.30: Garments and clothing accessories: babies', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of baby synthetic knit clothing exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported baby synthetic knit clothing worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 233 tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 133 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries buy baby synthetic knit clothing from Kenya?
The United States was the largest buyer with 90% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Canada (6%) and Malaysia (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 13 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 706% on the year.
What is the average export price of baby synthetic knit clothing per kg?
The average declared export value was about $11.14 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $16.93 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of baby synthetic knit clothing from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $900 thousand in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 188%. The peak was 2023 at $3.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for baby synthetic knit clothing?
The HS code for baby synthetic knit clothing is subheading 6111.30. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6111 page.
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