Synthetic staple yarn (other) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported synthetic staple yarn (other) worth $3.3 million (4.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 110 countries. Value rose 16% on 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 204% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $4.6 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 | $3.3M | 4.2K t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 4.4K t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 4.9K t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 4.1K t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 5.3K t |
| 2018 | $4K | 2 t |
Where Kenya imports synthetic staple yarn (other) from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 97% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.2M | 97% |
| China | $106K | 3.2% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.79 per kg, 83% below the world average of $4.68, 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 staple yarn (other) imports (HS 5509.41): 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 5509.41: Yarn: (not sewing thread), single, containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 5509, not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic staple yarn (other) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported synthetic staple yarn (other) worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 110 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic staple yarn (other) to Kenya?
India was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by China (3%) and Austria (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 475% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic staple yarn (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.79 per kg in 2024, 83% below the world average of $4.68 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic staple yarn (other) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4 thousand in 2018 to $3.3 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $4.6 million. Over 7 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic staple yarn (other)?
The HS code for synthetic staple yarn (other) is subheading 5509.41. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5509 page.
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