Men's shirts (other materials) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported men's shirts (other materials) worth $7.0 million (175 tonnes). That is 7% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $26.1 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 | $7.0M | 175 t |
| 2023 | $6.5M | 78 t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $8.2M | 142 t |
| 2020 | $7.7M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $6.1M | 746 t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 29 t |
| 2017 | $26.1M | 177 t |
Where Kenya imports men's shirts (other materials) from
India alone supplied 89% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+793% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $6.2M | 89% |
| Bangladesh | $299K | 4.3% |
| Turkey | $121K | 1.7% |
| South Africa | $103K | 1.5% |
| United States | $64K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $53K | 0.8% |
| Egypt | $23K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $19K | 0.3% |
| Myanmar | $19K | 0.3% |
| Indonesia | $11K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $40.07 per kg, close to the world average of $36.95.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Men's shirts (other materials) exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $2.6 million of men's shirts (other materials) in 2024 (228 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 91% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.4M | 91% |
| Canada | $107K | 4.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $29K | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $28K | 1.1% |
| Tanzania | $22K | 0.8% |
| Uganda | $9K | 0.4% |
| South Sudan | $9K | 0.3% |
| Guatemala | $6K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $5K | 0.2% |
| Croatia | $4K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya men's shirts (other materials) imports (HS 6205.90): 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 6205.90: Shirts: men's or boys', of textile materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6205 (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of men's shirts (other materials) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported men's shirts (other materials) worth $7.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 175 tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply men's shirts (other materials) to Kenya?
India was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($6.2 million), followed by Bangladesh (4%) and Turkey (2%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 793% on the year.
What is the average import price of men's shirts (other materials) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $40.07 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $36.95 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of men's shirts (other materials) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.1 million in 2017 to $7.0 million in 2024, a fall of 73%. The peak was 2017 at $26.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.7 million a year.
Does Kenya also export men's shirts (other materials)?
Yes. Kenya exported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Canada and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $4.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for men's shirts (other materials)?
The HS code for men's shirts (other materials) is subheading 6205.90. It sits in HS chapter 62 (apparel and clothing accessories; not knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6205 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Kenya reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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