Umbrellas (other types) imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported umbrellas (other types) worth $3.9 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 73% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $7.7 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 | $3.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $2.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 782 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 324 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $7.6M | 622 t |
| 2018 | $7.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $6.2M | 1.1K t |
Where Kenya imports umbrellas (other types) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+75% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.8M | 99% |
| Bangladesh | $11K | 0.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $8K | 0.2% |
| India | $7K | 0.2% |
| Uganda | $5K | 0.1% |
| Mauritius | $4K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $4K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $3K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.1% |
| United States | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.14 per kg, 57% below the world average of $4.97, 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 umbrellas (other types) imports (HS 6601.99): 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 6601.99: Umbrellas and sun umbrellas: n.e.c. in heading no. 6601 (including walking stick umbrellas).
Common questions
What is the value of umbrellas (other types) imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported umbrellas (other types) worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 73% on 2023.
Which countries supply umbrellas (other types) to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by Bangladesh (0%) and the United Arab Emirates (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Bangladesh grew fastest among the top ten, up 207% on the year.
What is the average import price of umbrellas (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.14 per kg in 2024, 57% below the world average of $4.97 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of umbrellas (other types) to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.2 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, a fall of 37%. The peak was 2018 at $7.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for umbrellas (other types)?
The HS code for umbrellas (other types) is subheading 6601.99. It sits in HS chapter 66 (umbrellas, sun umbrellas, walking-sticks, seat sticks, whips, riding crops; and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6601 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Kenya. Tell us your product to see it live.
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