Knit accessories imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported knit accessories worth $4.1 million (150 tonnes). Value rose 284% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $4.1M | 150 t |
| 2023 | $1.1M | 87 t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 113 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 62 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 86 t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 131 t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 443 t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 511 t |
Where Kenya imports knit accessories from
China alone supplied 83% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+398% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.4M | 83% |
| Taiwan | $357K | 8.8% |
| India | $156K | 3.9% |
| Sri Lanka | $79K | 1.9% |
| Hong Kong | $25K | 0.6% |
| Turkey | $22K | 0.5% |
| South Korea | $20K | 0.5% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $9K | 0.2% |
| Bangladesh | $8K | 0.2% |
| Mauritius | $7K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $27.08 per kg, 57% above the world average of $17.25. 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.
Knit accessories exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $365 thousand of knit accessories in 2024 (24 tonnes). Central African Republic alone took 75% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Central African Republic grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Central African Republic | $274K | 75% |
| United States | $85K | 23% |
| Rwanda | $3K | 0.9% |
| Finland | $1K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $1K | 0.2% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0% |
| Liberia | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya knit accessories imports (HS 6117.80): 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 6117.80: Clothing accessories: knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in heading no. 6117.
Common questions
What is the value of knit accessories imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported knit accessories worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 150 tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 284% on 2023.
Which countries supply knit accessories to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by Taiwan (9%) and India (4%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Bangladesh grew fastest among the top ten, up 560% on the year.
What is the average import price of knit accessories per kg?
The average declared import value was about $27.08 per kg in 2024, 57% above the world average of $17.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of knit accessories to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, an increase of 42%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
Does Kenya also export knit accessories?
Yes. Kenya exported $365 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Central African Republic, the United States and Rwanda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for knit accessories?
The HS code for knit accessories is subheading 6117.80. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6117 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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