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Kenya: Hat And Headgear Market 2025

Hat And Headgear Market Size in Kenya

In 2022, the Kenyan hat and headgear market increased by 49% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a perceptible decrease. Hat and headgear consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Hat And Headgear Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2022, hat and headgear exports from Kenya soared to X units, rising by 824% against 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a strong increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, hat and headgear exports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, recorded a perceptible slump. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Tanzania (X units), Democratic Republic of the Congo (X units) and the United States (X units) were the main destinations of hat and headgear exports from Kenya, with a combined 58% share of total exports. Rwanda, Zambia, Congo, Somalia, Cote d'Ivoire, South Sudan, Sudan, Canada, Chile and Uganda lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 31%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Chile (with a CAGR of +148.7%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for hat and headgear exported from Kenya were Tanzania ($X), Zambia ($X) and Rwanda ($X), with a combined 35% share of total exports. The United States, Sudan, Chile, Canada, Somalia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, Congo, South Sudan and Cote d'Ivoire lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 34%.

Chile, with a CAGR of +90.6%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average hat and headgear export price stood at $X per unit in 2022, reducing by -68.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 25%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2019 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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 Chile ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Uganda (-0.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Hat And Headgear Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2022, supplies from abroad of hats and other headgear was finally on the rise to reach X units for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 258%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, hat and headgear imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a noticeable curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 273%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X units) was the main supplier of hat and headgear to Kenya, with a 92% share of total imports. It was followed by Indonesia (X units), with a 2.5% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China was relatively modest.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of hats and other headgear to Kenya, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Indonesia ($X), with a 2.1% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from China stood at -2.6%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average hat and headgear import price amounted to $X per unit, shrinking by -36.7% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a noticeable shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 20%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per unit in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per unit), while the price for Indonesia amounted to $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Indonesia (+3.4%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for hats and other headgear in the world?

The United States remains the largest hat and headgear consuming country worldwide, accounting for 78% of total volume. It was followed by Bolivia, with a 2% share of total consumption. Japan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 1.8% share.

What are the largest producers of hats and other headgear in the world?

The country with the largest volume of hat and headgear production was China, accounting for 89% of total volume.

What are the leading suppliers of hats and other headgear to Kenya?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of hat and headgear to Kenya.

What are the leading importers of hats and other headgear from Kenya?

In value terms, Malawi emerged as the key foreign market for hat and headgear exports from Kenya, comprising 29% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Sudan, with a 7.5% share of total exports. It was followed by South Korea, with a 7.1% share.

What is the average export price for hats and other headgear in Kenya?

The average hat and headgear export price stood at $16 per unit in 2020, rising by 15% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for hats and other headgear in Kenya?

The average hat and headgear import price stood at $5.8 per unit in 2020, which is down by -7.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the hat and headgear 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 14194230 - Felt hats and other felt headgear, made from hat bodies or hoods and plateaux
Prodcom 14194250 - Hats and other headgear, plaited or made by assembling strips of any material
Prodcom 14194270 - Hats and other headgear, knitted or crocheted or made-up from lace, felt or other textile fabric in the piece (but not in strips), hair-nets of any material
Prodcom 14194300 - Other headgear (except headgear of rubber or of plastics, s afety headgear and asbestos headgear), headbands, l inings, covers, hat foundations, hat frames, peaks and chinstraps, for headgear

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