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Kenya - Knitted Or Crocheted Fabrics - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Knitted Fabric Price in Kenya - 2021

Knitted Fabric Price in Kenya (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average knitted fabric import price amounted to $6,045 per ton, increasing by 7.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average import price increased by 26%. The import price peaked at $8,714 per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Sri Lanka ($12,140 per ton), while the price for South Korea ($3,223 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+7.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Knitted Fabric Price in Kenya (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average knitted fabric export price amounted to $7,500 per ton, growing by 26% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a notable increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the average export price increased by 32% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Ethiopia ($11,016 per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates ($1,795 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Madagascar (+30.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Knitted Fabric Imports in Kenya

In 2022, the amount of knitted or crocheted fabrics imported into Kenya shrank to 23K tons, waning by -8.3% against the year before. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.0% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 41% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of 25K tons, and then contracted in the following year.

In value terms, knitted fabric imports shrank modestly to $139M in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a remarkable increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +9.1% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +47.3% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 49% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $141M, and then dropped in the following year.

Import of Knitted Fabric in Kenya (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
China	68.3	56.4	80.7	65.6	-1.3%
Taiwan (Chinese)	16.2	11.2	16.2	24.5	14.8%
Sri Lanka	4.3	7.2	14.8	15.6	53.7%
India	1.7	2.8	10.4	14.0	101.9%
Tanzania	6.2	4.8	8.4	5.2	-5.7%
Pakistan	3.0	3.6	2.4	4.9	17.8%
Hong Kong SAR	1.1	3.9	1.6	3.8	51.2%
South Korea	3.1	1.5	1.6	N/A	-28.2%
Others	3.3	3.0	5.0	5.5	18.6%
Total	107	94.5	141	139	9.1%

Top Suppliers of Knitted Fabric to Kenya in 2022:

South Korea (undefinedK tons)
China (14.3K tons)
Taiwan (Chinese) (3.0K tons)
India (1.5K tons)
Sri Lanka (1.3K tons)
Pakistan (0.8K tons)
Tanzania (0.8K tons)
Hong Kong SAR (0.6K tons)

Knitted Fabric Exports in Kenya

In 2022, knitted fabric exports from Kenya rose sharply to 133 tons, surging by 8.9% against the previous year's figure. In general, total exports indicated a significant expansion from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +21.7% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +80.2% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 31%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

In value terms, knitted fabric exports surged to $1M in 2022. Overall, exports saw a significant increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Export of Knitted Fabric in Kenya (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Uganda	82.3	223	162	459	77.3%
Rwanda	114	173	221	251	30.1%
Ethiopia	24.2	35.4	44.4	124	72.4%
Tanzania	1.2	12.7	37.1	104	342.5%
United Arab Emirates	52.6	43.0	37.3	47.4	-3.4%
Egypt	45.6	N/A	N/A	4.4	-54.1%
United Kingdom	35.1	12.9	27.2	0.4	-77.5%
China	7.6	1.8	5.8	N/A	-12.6%
Democratic Republic of the Congo	4.4	6.7	12.1	N/A	65.8%
India	1.4	3.6	19.3	N/A	271.3%
South Africa	5.2	3.6	26.4	N/A	125.3%
Others	98.2	100	135	10.4	-52.7%
Total	472	615	727	1,001	28.5%

Top Export Markets for Knitted Fabric from Kenya in 2022:

Uganda (50.8 tons)
Rwanda (28.1 tons)
United Arab Emirates (26.4 tons)
Tanzania (15.1 tons)
Ethiopia (11.3 tons)
Egypt (0.4 tons)
United Kingdom (0.1 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the knitted fabric market in Kenya. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 13911100 - Pile fabrics, terry fabrics, knitted or crocheted
Prodcom 13911910 - Knitted or crocheted fabrics (excluding pile fabrics)

Country coverage:

Kenya

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Kenya
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023