Zipper imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of zipper by Kenya reached $4.3 million in 2024 (462 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 64% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
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 | $4.3M | 462 t |
| 2023 | $2.6M | 367 t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 253 t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 211 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 133 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 178 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 175 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 143 t |
Where Kenya imports zipper from
The largest suppliers were Eswatini (41%), China (30%), Vietnam (12%). Among the main suppliers, Bangladesh grew fastest (+889% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Eswatini | $1.8M | 41% |
| China | $1.3M | 30% |
| Vietnam | $495K | 12% |
| Bangladesh | $452K | 11% |
| Hong Kong | $175K | 4.1% |
| South Africa | $69K | 1.6% |
| India | $39K | 0.9% |
| Taiwan | $12K | 0.3% |
| United States | $5K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.26 per kg, 39% below the world average of $15.30, 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 zipper imports (HS 9607.11): 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 9607.11: Slide fasteners: fitted with chain scoops of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of zipper imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported zipper worth $4.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 462 tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 192 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 64% on 2023.
Which countries supply zipper to Kenya?
Eswatini was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by China (30%) and Vietnam (12%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Bangladesh grew fastest among the top ten, up 889% on the year.
What is the average import price of zipper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.26 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $15.30 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of zipper to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $4.3 million in 2024, an increase of 185%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for zipper?
The HS code for zipper is subheading 9607.11. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9607 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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