Synthetic filament yarn (other) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported synthetic filament yarn (other) worth $12.4 million (3.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 13% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $21.4 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 | $12.4M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $14.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $17.3M | 4.0K t |
| 2021 | $20.5M | 4.9K t |
| 2020 | $18.7M | 5.2K t |
| 2019 | $17.5M | 4.2K t |
| 2018 | $21.4M | 5.8K t |
| 2017 | $7.2M | 2.5K t |
Where Kenya imports synthetic filament yarn (other) from
One supplier dominates: Singapore accounted for 58% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $7.2M | 58% |
| Japan | $3.3M | 27% |
| South Korea | $1.6M | 13% |
| China | $306K | 2.5% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.38 per kg, 56% below the world average of $7.65, 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 synthetic filament yarn (other) imports (HS 5402.49): 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 5402.49: Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, n.e.c. in heading no. 5402, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic filament yarn (other) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported synthetic filament yarn (other) worth $12.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 138 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic filament yarn (other) to Kenya?
Singapore was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($7.2 million), followed by Japan (27%) and South Korea (13%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 17% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic filament yarn (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.38 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $7.65 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of synthetic filament yarn (other) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.2 million in 2017 to $12.4 million in 2024, an increase of 73%. The peak was 2018 at $21.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic filament yarn (other)?
The HS code for synthetic filament yarn (other) is subheading 5402.49. 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 5402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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