Technical men's garments imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported technical men's garments worth $2.0 million (165 tonnes). Value fell 84% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 36% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $12.8 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 | $2.0M | 165 t |
| 2023 | $12.8M | 281 t |
| 2022 | $556K | 159 t |
| 2021 | $5.5M | 120 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 414 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 125 t |
| 2018 | $704K | 446 t |
| 2017 | $233K | 22 t |
Where Kenya imports technical men's garments from
Most of the value came from United States (38%), Spain (28%), China (20%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $779K | 38% |
| Spain | $578K | 29% |
| China | $411K | 20% |
| Indonesia | $146K | 7.2% |
| India | $48K | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $11K | 0.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $9K | 0.5% |
| France | $7K | 0.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $7K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $6K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.32 per kg, 58% below the world average of $28.99, 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.
Technical men's garments exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $400 thousand of technical men's garments in 2024 (9 tonnes). United States alone took 92% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+391% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $367K | 92% |
| Ethiopia | $17K | 4.2% |
| Mozambique | $7K | 1.8% |
| Canada | $6K | 1.4% |
| Sweden | $2K | 0.4% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0.2% |
| Rwanda | $0K | 0.1% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0.1% |
| France | $0K | 0.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya technical men's garments imports (HS 6210.40): 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 6210.40: Garments: men's or boys', n.e.c. in item no. 6210.2, of the fabrics of heading no. 5602, 5603, 5903, 5906 or 5907 (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of technical men's garments imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported technical men's garments worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 165 tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 84% on 2023.
Which countries supply technical men's garments to Kenya?
The United States was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($779 thousand), followed by Spain (28%) and China (20%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 88% on the year.
What is the average import price of technical men's garments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.32 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $28.99 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of technical men's garments to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $233 thousand in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, an increase of 772%. The peak was 2023 at $12.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does Kenya also export technical men's garments?
Yes. Kenya exported $400 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Ethiopia and Mozambique. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for technical men's garments?
The HS code for technical men's garments is subheading 6210.40. It sits in HS chapter 62 (apparel and clothing accessories; not knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6210 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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