Women's cotton knit trousers exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of women's cotton knit trousers by Kenya reached $3.2 million in 2024 (397 tonnes). Value rose 18% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 36% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $15.0 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 | $3.2M | 397 t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 424 t |
| 2022 | $15.0M | 634 t |
| 2021 | $544K | 16 t |
| 2020 | $85K | 3 t |
| 2019 | $133K | 6 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 77 t |
| 2017 | $368K | 20 t |
Where Kenya exports women's cotton knit trousers to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 86% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+496% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.8M | 86% |
| South Africa | $203K | 6.4% |
| Canada | $183K | 5.7% |
| Namibia | $34K | 1.1% |
| Ecuador | $6K | 0.2% |
| Peru | $5K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $3K | 0.1% |
| Colombia | $3K | 0.1% |
| India | $2K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $2K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.05 per kg, 58% below the world average of $19.14, 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.
Women's cotton knit trousers imports to Kenya
In 2024, Kenya imported women's cotton knit trousers worth $1.8 million (219 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 83% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.5M | 83% |
| Turkey | $134K | 7.4% |
| South Africa | $84K | 4.7% |
| India | $21K | 1.2% |
| Mauritius | $16K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $12K | 0.7% |
| Madagascar | $8K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $6K | 0.3% |
| Egypt | $5K | 0.3% |
| Cambodia | $4K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya women's cotton knit trousers exports (HS 6104.62): 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 6104.62: Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: women's or girls', of cotton, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of women's cotton knit trousers exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported women's cotton knit trousers worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 397 tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 181 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries buy women's cotton knit trousers from Kenya?
The United States was the largest buyer with 86% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by South Africa (6%) and Canada (6%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 26 buyer countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 496% on the year.
What is the average export price of women's cotton knit trousers per kg?
The average declared export value was about $8.05 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $19.14 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of women's cotton knit trousers from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $368 thousand in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, an increase of 770%. The peak was 2022 at $15.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
Does Kenya also import women's cotton knit trousers?
Yes. Kenya imported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Turkey and South Africa. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for women's cotton knit trousers?
The HS code for women's cotton knit trousers is subheading 6104.62. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6104 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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