Blankets (other fibres) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of blankets (other fibres) by Kenya reached $3.4 million in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 14% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $5.2 million.
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 | $3.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $4.7M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $5.2M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 691 t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 432 t |
Where Kenya imports blankets (other fibres) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Uganda grew fastest (+33% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 80% |
| Uganda | $185K | 5.4% |
| India | $134K | 4% |
| Pakistan | $119K | 3.5% |
| France | $114K | 3.4% |
| Turkey | $40K | 1.2% |
| Thailand | $37K | 1.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $15K | 0.4% |
| South Africa | $11K | 0.3% |
| Qatar | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.69 per kg, 60% below the world average of $4.27, 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.
Blankets (other fibres) exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported blankets (other fibres) worth $2.3 million (776 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Uganda (29%), South Sudan (19%), Ethiopia (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Ethiopia grew fastest (+587% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $682K | 29% |
| South Sudan | $453K | 19% |
| Ethiopia | $325K | 14% |
| DR Congo | $263K | 11% |
| Somalia | $169K | 7.2% |
| Zambia | $150K | 6.4% |
| Rwanda | $146K | 6.3% |
| Mozambique | $60K | 2.6% |
| Burundi | $42K | 1.8% |
| Tanzania | $20K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya blankets (other fibres) imports (HS 6301.90): 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 6301.90: Blankets and travelling rugs: n.e.c. in heading no. 6301.
Common questions
What is the value of blankets (other fibres) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported blankets (other fibres) worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 209 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply blankets (other fibres) to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Uganda (5%) and India (4%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 587% on the year.
What is the average import price of blankets (other fibres) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.69 per kg in 2024, 60% below the world average of $4.27 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of blankets (other fibres) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, an increase of 17%. The peak was 2021 at $5.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
Does Kenya also export blankets (other fibres)?
Yes. Kenya exported $2.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, South Sudan and Ethiopia. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $1.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for blankets (other fibres)?
The HS code for blankets (other fibres) is subheading 6301.90. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6301 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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