Synthetic furnishing textiles imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $4.4 million of synthetic furnishing textiles in 2024 (423 tonnes). Value rose 28% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
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 | $4.4M | 423 t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 407 t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 613 t |
| 2021 | $2.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 506 t |
| 2019 | $306K | 41 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 329 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 285 t |
Where Kenya imports synthetic furnishing textiles from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.4M | 99% |
| Egypt | $20K | 0.5% |
| India | $17K | 0.4% |
| Turkey | $12K | 0.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $6K | 0.1% |
| Austria | $5K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $4K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0% |
| Thailand | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.52 per kg, close to the world average of $9.52.
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 furnishing textiles imports (HS 6304.93): 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 6304.93: Furnishing articles: of synthetic fibres, not knitted or crocheted (excluding bedspreads and articles of heading no. 9404).
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic furnishing textiles imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported synthetic furnishing textiles worth $4.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 423 tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic furnishing textiles to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by Egypt (0%) and India (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 877% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic furnishing textiles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.52 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $9.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic furnishing textiles to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $4.4 million in 2024, an increase of 157%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic furnishing textiles?
The HS code for synthetic furnishing textiles is subheading 6304.93. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6304 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Kenya reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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