Elastic knitted fabric imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported elastic knitted fabric worth $45.1 million (3.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 0%. That is 286% more than in 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $45.1M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $11.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $10.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $9.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $15.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $20.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $18.8M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $12.0M | 2.0K t |
Where Kenya imports elastic knitted fabric from
China alone supplied 79% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+596% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $35.4M | 79% |
| India | $5.9M | 13% |
| Tanzania | $1.5M | 3.4% |
| Vietnam | $756K | 1.7% |
| Sri Lanka | $477K | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $311K | 0.7% |
| Taiwan | $310K | 0.7% |
| Singapore | $144K | 0.3% |
| Hong Kong | $126K | 0.3% |
| Indonesia | $71K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 6004
| 6004.10 | Fabrics: knitted or crocheted fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, other than those of heading 60.01, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric… | 96% |
| 6004.90 | Wide elastic knit fabric | 4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6004.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.46 per kg, 68% above the world average of $8.01. 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 elastic knitted fabric imports (HS 6004): 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 6004: Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, other than those of heading 60.01, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread.
Common questions
What is the value of elastic knitted fabric imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported elastic knitted fabric worth $45.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 175 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 286% on 2023.
Which countries supply elastic knitted fabric to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($35.4 million), followed by India (13%) and Tanzania (3%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 596% on the year.
What is the average import price of elastic knitted fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.46 per kg in 2024, 68% above the world average of $8.01 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of elastic knitted fabric to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.0 million in 2017 to $45.1 million in 2024, an increase of 277%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $17.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for elastic knitted fabric?
The HS code for elastic knitted fabric is heading 6004. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 6004.10 (96% of the value) and 6004.90 (4%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Kenya. Tell us your product to see it live.
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