Synthetic filament yarn imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported synthetic filament yarn worth $30.7 million (13.3 thousand tonnes). That is 3% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $48.2 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 | $30.7M | 13.3K t |
| 2023 | $29.7M | 11.2K t |
| 2022 | $36.0M | 11.9K t |
| 2021 | $41.0M | 14.8K t |
| 2020 | $31.8M | 12.9K t |
| 2019 | $34.5M | 12.8K t |
| 2018 | $48.2M | 19.8K t |
| 2017 | $23.0M | 11.4K t |
Where Kenya imports synthetic filament yarn from
The largest suppliers were China (31%), India (25%), Singapore (24%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
Product types under HS 5402
| 5402.49 | Synthetic filament yarn (other) | 41% |
| 5402.33 | Textured polyester yarn | 30% |
| 5402.44 | Elastomeric filament yarn | 6.2% |
| 5402.48 | Polypropylene filament yarn | 3.4% |
| 5402.61 | Plied nylon filament yarn | 3.1% |
| 5402.47 | Polyester filament yarn | 3.1% |
| 5402.53 | Twisted polypropylene filament yarn | 2.3% |
| 5402.63 | Plied polypropylene filament yarn | 1.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5402.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.30 per kg, close to the world average of $2.52.
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 synthetic filament yarn imports (HS 5402): 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 5402: Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic filament yarn imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported synthetic filament yarn worth $30.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic filament yarn to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($9.4 million), followed by India (25%) and Singapore (24%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 49% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic filament yarn per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.30 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $2.52 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic filament yarn to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.0 million in 2017 to $30.7 million in 2024, an increase of 33%. The peak was 2018 at $48.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $34.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic filament yarn?
The HS code for synthetic filament yarn is heading 5402. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 5402.49 (41% of the value) and 5402.33 (30%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX has a direct customs feed for Kenya, so the importers and exporters behind these totals are visible by name, shipment by shipment. Ask for a live look at your product.
Same product, other countries
World synthetic filament yarn trade: top importers and exporters
Synthetic filament yarn product types in Kenya
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