Multi-colour synthetic knit fabric imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported multi-colour synthetic knit fabric worth $2.2 million (455 tonnes). Value rose 25% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $2.8 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 | $2.2M | 455 t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 381 t |
| 2022 | $2.8M | 553 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 335 t |
| 2020 | $673K | 181 t |
| 2019 | $531K | 171 t |
| 2018 | $526K | 116 t |
| 2017 | $630K | 78 t |
Where Kenya imports multi-colour synthetic knit fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+203% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 61% |
| Egypt | $498K | 23% |
| India | $352K | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.82 per kg, close to the world average of $5.61.
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 multi-colour synthetic knit fabric imports (HS 6006.33): 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 6006.33: Fabrics: knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, of yarns of different colours.
Common questions
What is the value of multi-colour synthetic knit fabric imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported multi-colour synthetic knit fabric worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 455 tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 171 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply multi-colour synthetic knit fabric to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Egypt (23%) and India (16%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 203% on the year.
What is the average import price of multi-colour synthetic knit fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.82 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $5.61 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of multi-colour synthetic knit fabric to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $630 thousand in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, an increase of 247%. The peak was 2022 at $2.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for multi-colour synthetic knit fabric?
The HS code for multi-colour synthetic knit fabric is subheading 6006.33. It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Kenya. Tell us your product to see it live.
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