Men's knit trousers (other fibres) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $7.3 million of men's knit trousers (other fibres) in 2024 (22 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 5% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 107% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.6 million.
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 | $7.3M | 22 t |
| 2023 | $6.9M | 34 t |
| 2022 | $9.6M | 13 t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 52 t |
| 2020 | $258K | 40 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 74 t |
| 2018 | $97K | 10 t |
| 2017 | $45K | 2 t |
Where Kenya imports men's knit trousers (other fibres) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 98% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.1M | 98% |
| India | $53K | 0.7% |
| United States | $28K | 0.4% |
| South Africa | $24K | 0.3% |
| Pakistan | $22K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $12K | 0.2% |
| Bangladesh | $9K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $8K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $325.33 per kg, 1585% above the world average of $19.31. 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.
Men's knit trousers (other fibres) exports from Kenya
Exports of men's knit trousers (other fibres) by Kenya reached $420 thousand in 2024 (12 tonnes). United States alone took 76% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+621% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $320K | 76% |
| Uganda | $38K | 8.9% |
| Rwanda | $30K | 7.2% |
| Malawi | $23K | 5.4% |
| Dominican Republic | $3K | 0.7% |
| Indonesia | $3K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.6% |
| Sudan | $1K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0.1% |
| Egypt | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya men's knit trousers (other fibres) imports (HS 6103.49): 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 6103.49: Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of textile materials (other than wool or fine animal hair, cotton or synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of men's knit trousers (other fibres) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported men's knit trousers (other fibres) worth $7.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22 tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 210 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply men's knit trousers (other fibres) to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by India (1%) and the United States (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 190% on the year.
What is the average import price of men's knit trousers (other fibres) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $325.33 per kg in 2024, 1585% above the world average of $19.31 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of men's knit trousers (other fibres) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $45 thousand in 2017 to $7.3 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $9.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does Kenya also export men's knit trousers (other fibres)?
Yes. Kenya exported $420 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Uganda and Rwanda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $6.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for men's knit trousers (other fibres)?
The HS code for men's knit trousers (other fibres) is subheading 6103.49. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6103 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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