Men's trousers (other materials) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of men's trousers (other materials) by Kenya reached $11.1 million in 2024 (144 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 53% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 50% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $20.9 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 | $11.1M | 144 t |
| 2023 | $7.3M | 104 t |
| 2022 | $8.3M | 90 t |
| 2021 | $15.1M | 387 t |
| 2020 | $20.9M | 8.4K t |
| 2019 | $17.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $890K | 51 t |
| 2017 | $641K | 26 t |
Where Kenya imports men's trousers (other materials) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Bangladesh grew fastest (+483% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.3M | 75% |
| India | $1.2M | 11% |
| Turkey | $872K | 7.9% |
| Bangladesh | $488K | 4.4% |
| South Africa | $59K | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $49K | 0.4% |
| Egypt | $38K | 0.3% |
| United States | $24K | 0.2% |
| Pakistan | $22K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $18K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $77.06 per kg, 167% above the world average of $28.86. 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 trousers (other materials) exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $10.2 million of men's trousers (other materials) in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 95% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+196% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $9.7M | 95% |
| Canada | $152K | 1.5% |
| Tanzania | $103K | 1% |
| Guatemala | $70K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $33K | 0.3% |
| Burundi | $23K | 0.2% |
| Australia | $20K | 0.2% |
| Somalia | $14K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $10K | 0.1% |
| Rwanda | $10K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya men's trousers (other materials) imports (HS 6203.49): 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 6203.49: Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of textile materials (other than wool, fine animal hair, cotton or synthetic fibres), (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of men's trousers (other materials) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported men's trousers (other materials) worth $11.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 144 tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 221 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 53% on 2023.
Which countries supply men's trousers (other materials) to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($8.3 million), followed by India (11%) and Turkey (8%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Bangladesh grew fastest among the top ten, up 483% on the year.
What is the average import price of men's trousers (other materials) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $77.06 per kg in 2024, 167% above the world average of $28.86 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 trousers (other materials) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $641 thousand in 2017 to $11.1 million in 2024. The peak was 2020 at $20.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.2 million a year.
Does Kenya also export men's trousers (other materials)?
Yes. Kenya exported $10.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Canada and Tanzania. That compares with imports of $11.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for men's trousers (other materials)?
The HS code for men's trousers (other materials) is subheading 6203.49. 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 6203 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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