Men's clothing exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Kenya exported men's clothing worth $146.1 million (8.4 thousand tonnes). Value rose 33% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $146.1M | 8.4K t |
| 2023 | $110.0M | 8.8K t |
| 2022 | $120.7M | 11.0K t |
| 2021 | $115.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $76.0M | 7.4K t |
| 2019 | $102.9M | 4.4K t |
| 2018 | $132.1M | 8.1K t |
| 2017 | $105.8M | 6.1K t |
Where Kenya exports men's clothing to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $142.7M | 98% |
| Mexico | $656K | 0.5% |
| Canada | $638K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $201K | 0.1% |
| Poland | $172K | 0.1% |
| Tanzania | $164K | 0.1% |
| Uganda | $149K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $106K | 0.1% |
| Norway | $101K | 0.1% |
| France | $90K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 6203
| 6203.43 | Synthetic men's trousers | 56% |
| 6203.42 | Cotton men's trousers | 33% |
| 6203.49 | Men's trousers (other materials) | 7% |
| 6203.29 | Men's ensembles (other materials) | 1.5% |
| 6203.33 | Synthetic men's jackets | 1% |
| 6203.19 | Men's suits (other materials) | 0.7% |
| 6203.39 | Men's jackets (other materials) | 0.2% |
| 6203.22 | Cotton men's ensembles | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6203.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.45 per kg, 34% below the world average of $26.60, 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.
Men's clothing imports to Kenya
Kenya imported $49.3 million of men's clothing in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). China alone supplied 81% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $39.8M | 81% |
| Turkey | $3.1M | 6.3% |
| India | $1.8M | 3.7% |
| South Africa | $1.1M | 2.2% |
| Bangladesh | $663K | 1.3% |
| France | $508K | 1% |
| Germany | $286K | 0.6% |
| Pakistan | $279K | 0.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $220K | 0.5% |
| Switzerland | $205K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya men's clothing exports (HS 6203): 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 6203: Suits, ensembles, jackets, blazers, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (other than swimwear); men's or boys' (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of men's clothing exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported men's clothing worth $146.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries buy men's clothing from Kenya?
The United States was the largest buyer with 98% of the value ($142.7 million), followed by Mexico (0%) and Canada (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 92 buyer countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 177% on the year.
What is the average export price of men's clothing per kg?
The average declared export value was about $17.45 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $26.60 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of men's clothing from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $105.8 million in 2017 to $146.1 million in 2024, an increase of 38%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $113.7 million a year.
Does Kenya also import men's clothing?
Yes. Kenya imported $49.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Turkey and India. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $96.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for men's clothing?
The HS code for men's clothing is heading 6203. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 6203.43 (56% of the value) and 6203.42 (33%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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