Scarf and shawl imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported scarf and shawl worth $4.3 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). That is 62% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $4.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 586 t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 584 t |
| 2021 | $2.5M | 74 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 665 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 186 t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 181 t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 145 t |
Where Kenya imports scarf and shawl from
India alone supplied 54% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.4M | 54% |
| China | $1.4M | 32% |
| United Arab Emirates | $203K | 4.7% |
| Pakistan | $120K | 2.8% |
| Singapore | $96K | 2.2% |
| Turkey | $74K | 1.7% |
| South Africa | $27K | 0.6% |
| United States | $17K | 0.4% |
| Bangladesh | $14K | 0.3% |
| Thailand | $13K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 6214
| 6214.90 | Scarves and shawls (other materials) | 71% |
| 6214.30 | Synthetic scarves and shawls | 22% |
| 6214.40 | Artificial fibre scarves | 3.4% |
| 6214.10 | Silk scarves and shawls | 3.2% |
| 6214.20 | Wool scarves and shawls | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6214.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.81 per kg, 90% below the world average of $28.17, 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.
Scarf and shawl exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $1.9 million of scarf and shawl in 2024 (323 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Uganda accounted for 85% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $1.6M | 85% |
| Malawi | $74K | 3.9% |
| DR Congo | $54K | 2.9% |
| Tanzania | $46K | 2.4% |
| Zambia | $30K | 1.6% |
| Rwanda | $23K | 1.2% |
| France | $14K | 0.8% |
| Republic of the Congo | $10K | 0.5% |
| Somalia | $5K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $5K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya scarf and shawl imports (HS 6214): 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 6214: Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of scarf and shawl imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported scarf and shawl worth $4.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 62% on 2023.
Which countries supply scarf and shawl to Kenya?
India was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by China (32%) and the United Arab Emirates (5%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 472% on the year.
What is the average import price of scarf and shawl per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.81 per kg in 2024, 90% below the world average of $28.17 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of scarf and shawl to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $4.3 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
Does Kenya also export scarf and shawl?
Yes. Kenya exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Malawi and the DR Congo. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for scarf and shawl?
The HS code for scarf and shawl is heading 6214. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 6214.90 (71% of the value) and 6214.30 (22%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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