Scarves and shawls (other materials) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported scarves and shawls (other materials) worth $3.1 million (739 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 43% on 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 | $3.1M | 739 t |
| 2023 | $2.2M | 294 t |
| 2022 | $2.5M | 388 t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 49 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 550 t |
| 2019 | $631K | 138 t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 48 t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 54 t |
Where Kenya imports scarves and shawls (other materials) from
India alone supplied 64% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.0M | 64% |
| China | $801K | 26% |
| United Arab Emirates | $126K | 4.1% |
| Singapore | $96K | 3.1% |
| Pakistan | $35K | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $27K | 0.9% |
| Bangladesh | $14K | 0.4% |
| Thailand | $13K | 0.4% |
| South Africa | $4K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.18 per kg, 59% below the world average of $10.23, 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.
Scarves and shawls (other materials) exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $648 thousand of scarves and shawls (other materials) in 2024 (144 tonnes). Uganda alone took 82% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest (+86% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $534K | 82% |
| Rwanda | $23K | 3.5% |
| Tanzania | $23K | 3.5% |
| DR Congo | $17K | 2.6% |
| Malawi | $15K | 2.4% |
| France | $14K | 2.2% |
| Somalia | $5K | 0.8% |
| Spain | $5K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $4K | 0.6% |
| United States | $2K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya scarves and shawls (other materials) imports (HS 6214.90): 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 6214.90: Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like: of textile materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6214 (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of scarves and shawls (other materials) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported scarves and shawls (other materials) worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 739 tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 210 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply scarves and shawls (other materials) to Kenya?
India was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by China (26%) and the United Arab Emirates (4%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 141% on the year.
What is the average import price of scarves and shawls (other materials) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.18 per kg in 2024, 59% below the world average of $10.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of scarves and shawls (other materials) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
Does Kenya also export scarves and shawls (other materials)?
Yes. Kenya exported $648 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Rwanda and Tanzania. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for scarves and shawls (other materials)?
The HS code for scarves and shawls (other materials) is subheading 6214.90. 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 6214 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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