Cleaning cloths imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $3.5 million of cleaning cloths in 2024 (354 tonnes). Value rose 167% on 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.5M | 354 t |
| 2023 | $1.3M | 285 t |
| 2022 | $1.7M | 208 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 185 t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 149 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 156 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 380 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 330 t |
Where Kenya imports cleaning cloths from
China alone supplied 94% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+217% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.3M | 94% |
| India | $43K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $35K | 1% |
| Pakistan | $32K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $17K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $16K | 0.5% |
| Malaysia | $14K | 0.4% |
| South Africa | $13K | 0.4% |
| South Korea | $10K | 0.3% |
| Bangladesh | $10K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.03 per kg, 73% above the world average of $5.79. 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.
Cleaning cloths exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $200 thousand of cleaning cloths in 2024 (21 tonnes). Uganda alone took 79% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $158K | 79% |
| Rwanda | $21K | 10% |
| Tanzania | $8K | 3.9% |
| Zambia | $7K | 3.3% |
| Burundi | $3K | 1.7% |
| Sudan | $3K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0.2% |
| Central African Republic | $0K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0.1% |
| South Sudan | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya cleaning cloths imports (HS 6307.10): 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 6307.10: Cloths: floor cloths, dish-cloths, dusters and similar cleaning cloths.
Common questions
What is the value of cleaning cloths imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported cleaning cloths worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 354 tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 167% on 2023.
Which countries supply cleaning cloths to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by India (1%) and Germany (1%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 686% on the year.
What is the average import price of cleaning cloths per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.03 per kg in 2024, 73% above the world average of $5.79 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cleaning cloths to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 175%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
Does Kenya also export cleaning cloths?
Yes. Kenya exported $200 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Rwanda and Tanzania. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for cleaning cloths?
The HS code for cleaning cloths is subheading 6307.10. 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 6307 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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