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Kenya: Bed Linen Market 2025

Bed Linen Market Size in Kenya

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in the Kenyan bed linen market, when its value decreased by X% to $X. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a deep slump. Bed linen consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Bed Linen Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2022, bed linen exports from Kenya rose rapidly to X tons, picking up by X% against 2021 figures. In general, exports, however, saw a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, bed linen exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a pronounced curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Tanzania (X tons) was the main destination for bed linen exports from Kenya, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, bed linen exports to Tanzania exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, France (X tons), threefold. Rwanda (X kg) ranked third in terms of total exports with an X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Tanzania amounted to X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: France (X% per year) and Rwanda (X% per year).

In value terms, France ($X) remains the key foreign market for bed linen exports from Kenya, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Australia ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Tanzania, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to France amounted to X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Australia (X% per year) and Tanzania (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average bed linen export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average export price increased by X%. The export price peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Australia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to South Sudan ($X 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 Australia (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Bed Linen Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2022, purchases abroad of bed linen decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a abrupt decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, bed linen imports reduced sharply to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), India (X tons) and Pakistan (X tons) were the main suppliers of bed linen imports to Kenya, with a combined X% share of total imports. Tanzania, Uganda, the United Arab Emirates and Egypt lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Tanzania (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, China ($X), India ($X) and Pakistan ($X) constituted the largest bed linen suppliers to Kenya, together accounting for X% of total imports. Tanzania, Egypt, Uganda and the United Arab Emirates lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

Tanzania, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

The average bed linen import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, approximately equating the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per ton), while the price for Uganda ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Uganda (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for bed linen in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and India, with a combined 53% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of bed linen in the world?

The country with the largest volume of bed linen production was China, accounting for 33% of total volume. Moreover, bed linen production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Pakistan, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with an 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of bed linen to Kenya?

In value terms, China, Pakistan and India constituted the largest bed linen suppliers to Kenya, together accounting for 12% of total imports. South Africa and Tanzania lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 3.1%.

What are the leading importers of bed linen from Kenya?

In value terms, France remains the key foreign market for bed linen exports from Kenya, comprising 39% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Uganda, with an 11% share of total exports. It was followed by Somalia, with an 8.9% share.

What is the average export price for bed linen in Kenya?

In 2021, the average bed linen export price amounted to $10,067 per ton, with an increase of 18% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for bed linen in Kenya?

In 2021, the average bed linen import price amounted to $4,491 per ton, with an increase of 13% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the bed linen 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 13921230 - Bed linen of knitted or crocheted textiles
Prodcom 13921253 - Bed linen of cotton (excluding knitted or crocheted)
Prodcom 13921255 - Bed linen of flax or ramie (excluding knitted or crocheted)
Prodcom 13921259 - Bed linen of woven textiles (excluding of cotton, of flax or ramie)
Prodcom 13921270 - Bed linen of non-woven man-made fibres (excluding knitted or crocheted)

Country coverage:

Kenya

Data coverage:

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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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024