Light nonwoven synthetic fabric imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of light nonwoven synthetic fabric by Kenya reached $19.6 million in 2024 (10.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 54% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 79% 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 | $19.6M | 10.7K t |
| 2023 | $12.7M | 6.7K t |
| 2022 | $14.2M | 7.0K t |
| 2021 | $10.6M | 5.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 4.2K t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 519 t |
| 2017 | $326K | 152 t |
Where Kenya imports light nonwoven synthetic fabric from
China alone supplied 94% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $18.4M | 94% |
| Hong Kong | $553K | 2.8% |
| Israel | $179K | 0.9% |
| Egypt | $174K | 0.9% |
| India | $162K | 0.8% |
| Singapore | $40K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $25K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $24K | 0.1% |
| Uganda | $11K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $11K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.84 per kg, 28% below the world average of $2.55, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya light nonwoven synthetic fabric imports (HS 5603.11): 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 5603.11: Nonwovens: whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of man-made filaments, (weighing not more than 25g/m2).
Common questions
What is the value of light nonwoven synthetic fabric imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported light nonwoven synthetic fabric worth $19.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 195 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 54% on 2023.
Which countries supply light nonwoven synthetic fabric to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($18.4 million), followed by Hong Kong (3%) and Israel (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 872% on the year.
What is the average import price of light nonwoven synthetic fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.84 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $2.55 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of light nonwoven synthetic fabric to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $326 thousand in 2017 to $19.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for light nonwoven synthetic fabric?
The HS code for light nonwoven synthetic fabric is subheading 5603.11. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5603 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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