T-shirt and vest exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Kenya exported $44.2 million of t-shirt and vest in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). That is 34% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $44.2M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $32.9M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $28.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $34.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $22.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $21.2M | 973 t |
| 2018 | $17.7M | 980 t |
| 2017 | $14.7M | 778 t |
Where Kenya exports t-shirt and vest to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+61% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $34.2M | 77% |
| France | $2.3M | 5.3% |
| Canada | $1.8M | 4.1% |
| Mexico | $928K | 2.1% |
| Australia | $367K | 0.8% |
| Tanzania | $315K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $312K | 0.7% |
| Japan | $310K | 0.7% |
| Taiwan | $296K | 0.7% |
| Panama | $272K | 0.6% |
Product types under HS 6109
| 6109.10 | Cotton knit t-shirt | 65% |
| 6109.90 | Knit t-shirt (other fibres) | 35% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6109.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.13 per kg, 29% below the world average of $21.32, 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.
T-shirt and vest imports to Kenya
Kenya imported $34.8 million of t-shirt and vest in 2024 (5.1 thousand tonnes). China alone supplied 70% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+102% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $24.3M | 70% |
| India | $3.9M | 11% |
| Turkey | $1.4M | 4.1% |
| Tanzania | $1.2M | 3.3% |
| South Africa | $1.1M | 3.2% |
| Bangladesh | $901K | 2.6% |
| Ethiopia | $378K | 1.1% |
| Indonesia | $327K | 0.9% |
| Madagascar | $189K | 0.5% |
| Egypt | $137K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya t-shirt and vest exports (HS 6109): 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 6109: T-shirts, singlets and other vests; knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of t-shirt and vest exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported t-shirt and vest worth $44.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 61st of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 34% on 2023.
Which countries buy t-shirt and vest from Kenya?
The United States was the largest buyer with 77% of the value ($34.2 million), followed by France (5%) and Canada (4%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 98 buyer countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 102% on the year.
What is the average export price of t-shirt and vest per kg?
The average declared export value was about $15.13 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $21.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of t-shirt and vest from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $14.7 million in 2017 to $44.2 million in 2024, an increase of 201%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $27.0 million a year.
Does Kenya also import t-shirt and vest?
Yes. Kenya imported $34.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, India and Turkey. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $9.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for t-shirt and vest?
The HS code for t-shirt and vest is heading 6109. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 6109.10 (65% of the value) and 6109.90 (35%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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