Polyester blend yarn (other) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported polyester blend yarn (other) worth $2.1 million (1.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 230% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 37% a year on average.
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 | $2.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $642K | 128 t |
| 2022 | $1.5M | 237 t |
| 2021 | $508K | 79 t |
| 2020 | $141K | 71 t |
| 2019 | $151K | 35 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 457 t |
| 2017 | $228K | 91 t |
Where Kenya imports polyester blend yarn (other) from
India alone supplied 97% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+264% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.1M | 97% |
| China | $56K | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.07 per kg, 57% below the world average of $4.82, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya polyester blend yarn (other) imports (HS 5509.59): 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 5509.59: Yarn: (not sewing thread), of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in item no. 5509.5, not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of polyester blend yarn (other) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported polyester blend yarn (other) worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 123 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 230% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyester blend yarn (other) to Kenya?
India was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by China (3%) and Turkey (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 264% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyester blend yarn (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.07 per kg in 2024, 57% below the world average of $4.82 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyester blend yarn (other) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $228 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 828%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $801 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for polyester blend yarn (other)?
The HS code for polyester blend yarn (other) is subheading 5509.59. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5509 page.
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