Printed textured polyester fabric imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported printed textured polyester fabric worth $13.2 million (3.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 10% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $41.2 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 | $13.2M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $12.0M | 5.2K t |
| 2022 | $17.9M | 8.0K t |
| 2021 | $17.3M | 7.2K t |
| 2020 | $17.0M | 6.6K t |
| 2019 | $20.1M | 7.5K t |
| 2018 | $41.2M | 10.1K t |
| 2017 | $19.1M | 4.5K t |
Where Kenya imports printed textured polyester fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 89% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.7M | 89% |
| India | $817K | 6.2% |
| Hong Kong | $307K | 2.3% |
| Uganda | $261K | 2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $71K | 0.5% |
| Indonesia | $11K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $1K | 0% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.65 per kg, close to the world average of $4.42.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Printed textured polyester fabric exports from Kenya
Exports of printed textured polyester fabric by Kenya reached $648 thousand in 2024 (142 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Sudan accounted for 89% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Sudan grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Sudan | $574K | 89% |
| Uganda | $74K | 11% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya printed textured polyester fabric imports (HS 5407.54): 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 5407.54: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, printed.
Common questions
What is the value of printed textured polyester fabric imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported printed textured polyester fabric worth $13.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 190 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed textured polyester fabric to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($11.7 million), followed by India (6%) and Hong Kong (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 88% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed textured polyester fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.65 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $4.42 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of printed textured polyester fabric to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.1 million in 2017 to $13.2 million in 2024, a fall of 31%. The peak was 2018 at $41.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.7 million a year.
Does Kenya also export printed textured polyester fabric?
Yes. Kenya exported $648 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Sudan and Uganda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $12.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed textured polyester fabric?
The HS code for printed textured polyester fabric is subheading 5407.54. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5407 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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