Cotton knit t-shirt exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Kenya exported $28.8 million of cotton knit t-shirt in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 30% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $28.8M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $22.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $14.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $27.8M | 867 t |
| 2020 | $18.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $15.6M | 766 t |
| 2018 | $9.2M | 620 t |
| 2017 | $7.8M | 527 t |
Where Kenya exports cotton knit t-shirt to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $22.7M | 79% |
| Canada | $1.2M | 4.2% |
| Mexico | $849K | 3% |
| Australia | $318K | 1.1% |
| Tanzania | $298K | 1% |
| Taiwan | $296K | 1% |
| Japan | $276K | 1% |
| South Africa | $242K | 0.8% |
| Panama | $236K | 0.8% |
| Peru | $206K | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.77 per kg, 38% below the world average of $20.53, 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.
Cotton knit t-shirt imports to Kenya
Kenya imported $15.5 million of cotton knit t-shirt in 2024 (877 tonnes). China alone supplied 62% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+474% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.7M | 62% |
| India | $1.7M | 11% |
| Tanzania | $1.2M | 7.4% |
| Turkey | $1.1M | 6.9% |
| South Africa | $778K | 5% |
| Ethiopia | $378K | 2.4% |
| Madagascar | $175K | 1.1% |
| Egypt | $84K | 0.5% |
| Bangladesh | $69K | 0.4% |
| Uganda | $61K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya cotton knit t-shirt exports (HS 6109.10): 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 6109.10: T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton knit t-shirt exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported cotton knit t-shirt worth $28.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries buy cotton knit t-shirt from Kenya?
The United States was the largest buyer with 79% of the value ($22.7 million), followed by Canada (4%) and Mexico (3%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 92 buyer countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 105% on the year.
What is the average export price of cotton knit t-shirt per kg?
The average declared export value was about $12.77 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $20.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of cotton knit t-shirt from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.8 million in 2017 to $28.8 million in 2024, an increase of 271%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $18.0 million a year.
Does Kenya also import cotton knit t-shirt?
Yes. Kenya imported $15.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, India and Tanzania. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $13.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton knit t-shirt?
The HS code for cotton knit t-shirt is subheading 6109.10. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6109 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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