Synthetic pile knit fabric imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported synthetic pile knit fabric worth $7.1 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). That is 32% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $22.1 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 | $7.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $10.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $12.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $13.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 996 t |
| 2019 | $7.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $22.1M | 4.9K t |
| 2017 | $13.8M | 3.3K t |
Where Kenya imports synthetic pile knit fabric from
China alone supplied 96% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.8M | 96% |
| Taiwan | $199K | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $27K | 0.4% |
| Indonesia | $18K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $4K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $4K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $3K | 0% |
| Hong Kong | $2K | 0% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
| India | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.76 per kg, 23% above the world average of $3.86. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 pile knit fabric imports (HS 6001.92): 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 6001.92: Fabrics: pile fabrics (excluding long pile and loop pile), of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic pile knit fabric imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported synthetic pile knit fabric worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 182 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic pile knit fabric to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($6.8 million), followed by Taiwan (3%) and the United Kingdom (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 823% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic pile knit fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.76 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $3.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic pile knit fabric to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.8 million in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, a fall of 49%. The peak was 2018 at $22.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic pile knit fabric?
The HS code for synthetic pile knit fabric is subheading 6001.92. It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6001 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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