Combed medium-fine cotton yarn imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported combed medium-fine cotton yarn worth $2.5 million (367 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $3.2 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 | $2.5M | 367 t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 388 t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 358 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 267 t |
| 2020 | $509K | 104 t |
| 2019 | $327K | 83 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 312 t |
| 2017 | $404K | 141 t |
Where Kenya imports combed medium-fine cotton yarn from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.5M | 100% |
| China | $1K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.84 per kg, 105% above the world average of $3.33. 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 combed medium-fine cotton yarn imports (HS 5205.23): 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 5205.23: Cotton yarn: (not sewing thread), single, of combed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, less than 232.56 but not less than 192.31 decitex (exceeding 43 but not exceeding 52 metric number), not for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of combed medium-fine cotton yarn imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported combed medium-fine cotton yarn worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 367 tonnes. That ranks it 46th of 121 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply combed medium-fine cotton yarn to Kenya?
India was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by China (0%) and South Africa (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of combed medium-fine cotton yarn per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.84 per kg in 2024, 105% above the world average of $3.33 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of combed medium-fine cotton yarn to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $404 thousand in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 522%. The peak was 2022 at $3.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for combed medium-fine cotton yarn?
The HS code for combed medium-fine cotton yarn is subheading 5205.23. It sits in HS chapter 52 (cotton). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5205 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Kenya reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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