Tents (other) exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Kenya exported $2.2 million of tents (other) in 2024 (334 tonnes). Value fell 52% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $4.6 million.
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 | $2.2M | 334 t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 659 t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 398 t |
| 2021 | $476K | 136 t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 585 t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 354 t |
| 2018 | $934K | 118 t |
| 2017 | $501K | 47 t |
Where Kenya exports tents (other) to
Most of it went to South Sudan (44%), Ethiopia (27%), DR Congo (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Sudan | $968K | 44% |
| Ethiopia | $584K | 27% |
| DR Congo | $129K | 5.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $95K | 4.3% |
| Uganda | $89K | 4.1% |
| Somalia | $57K | 2.6% |
| Comoros | $49K | 2.2% |
| Madagascar | $39K | 1.8% |
| Malawi | $35K | 1.6% |
| Zambia | $28K | 1.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.60 per kg, 58% above the world average of $4.18. 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.
Tents (other) imports to Kenya
Kenya imported $1.9 million of tents (other) in 2024 (706 tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (38%), Pakistan (27%), South Africa (17%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+435% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $720K | 38% |
| Pakistan | $513K | 27% |
| South Africa | $322K | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $86K | 4.6% |
| Turkey | $81K | 4.3% |
| Norway | $49K | 2.6% |
| United States | $35K | 1.9% |
| France | $16K | 0.8% |
| Poland | $14K | 0.7% |
| India | $12K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya tents (other) exports (HS 6306.29): 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 6306.29: Tents: of textile materials other than synthetic fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of tents (other) exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported tents (other) worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 334 tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 146 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 52% on 2023.
Which countries buy tents (other) from Kenya?
South Sudan was the largest buyer with 44% of the value ($968 thousand), followed by Ethiopia (27%) and the DR Congo (6%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 28 buyer countries in total. Zimbabwe grew fastest among the top ten, up 59% on the year.
What is the average export price of tents (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.60 per kg in 2024, 58% above the world average of $4.18 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of tents (other) from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $501 thousand in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, an increase of 339%. The peak was 2023 at $4.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
Does Kenya also import tents (other)?
Yes. Kenya imported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Pakistan and South Africa. That compares with exports of $2.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for tents (other)?
The HS code for tents (other) is subheading 6306.29. 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 6306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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