Knit garment exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of knit garment by Kenya reached $3.6 million in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). That is 12% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $23.3 million.
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 | $3.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $4.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $5.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $23.3M | 728 t |
| 2020 | $10.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $12.7M | 466 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 151 t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 102 t |
Where Kenya exports knit garment to
The largest buyer markets were United States (50%), South Sudan (34%), Uganda (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Peru grew fastest (+210% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.8M | 50% |
| South Sudan | $1.2M | 34% |
| Uganda | $188K | 5.3% |
| South Korea | $152K | 4.3% |
| Peru | $118K | 3.3% |
| Qatar | $19K | 0.5% |
| Burundi | $14K | 0.4% |
| Norway | $10K | 0.3% |
| Canada | $8K | 0.2% |
| Rwanda | $8K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 6114
| 6114.30 | Man-made knit garments | 54% |
| 6114.90 | Knit garments (other materials) | 41% |
| 6114.20 | Cotton knit garments | 5.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6114.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.51 per kg, 94% below the world average of $24.08, 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.
Knit garment imports to Kenya
Kenya imported $2.8 million of knit garment in 2024 (541 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+219% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.0M | 70% |
| Pakistan | $172K | 6.1% |
| India | $104K | 3.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $88K | 3.1% |
| United States | $87K | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $71K | 2.5% |
| Egypt | $59K | 2.1% |
| France | $49K | 1.7% |
| Vietnam | $47K | 1.7% |
| South Africa | $37K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya knit garment exports (HS 6114): 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 6114: Garments; knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61.
Common questions
What is the value of knit garment exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported knit garment worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 207 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries buy knit garment from Kenya?
The United States was the largest buyer with 50% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by South Sudan (34%) and Uganda (5%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 50 buyer countries in total. Peru grew fastest among the top ten, up 210% on the year.
What is the average export price of knit garment per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.51 per kg in 2024, 94% below the world average of $24.08 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of knit garment from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024, an increase of 41%. The peak was 2021 at $23.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.8 million a year.
Does Kenya also import knit garment?
Yes. Kenya imported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Pakistan and India. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $755 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for knit garment?
The HS code for knit garment is heading 6114. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 6114.30 (54% of the value) and 6114.90 (40%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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