🇺🇸 Kenya → United States

Kenyan Textiles & Apparel Exporter to United States

Supplying United States importers with Kenyan textiles & apparel — quoted FOB Mombasa, CFR, CIF or DAP to New York / New Jersey or New York JFK.

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Kenyan textiles & apparel for the United States market

The United States is the main market for Kenyan EPZ apparel. We match brands with audited factories and advise on AGOA eligibility and rules of origin at the time of shipment.

Garment factories in the Athi River, Mombasa and Nairobi EPZs and industrial parks produce cut-make-trim (CMT) and full-package apparel. Many are vertically linked to fabric suppliers and are audited by major US and European brands for social, environmental and security compliance.

Buyers we serve in United States: Apparel brands, sourcing companies, uniform suppliers, wholesalers and retailers.

Import requirements & trade terms for United States

Food shippers must be registered with the US FDA and file Prior Notice before arrival; importers need an FSVP programme. Apparel moves under textile visa and AGOA rules of origin where the programme is in force at the time of shipment. Customs bonds and ISF (10+2) filings are arranged by the US importer or broker.

Documents we provide

Commercial invoice & packing list
Certificate of Origin / AGOA textile visa (when applicable)
EUR.1 for EU / UK
Test reports (shrinkage, colour fastness)
Bill of Lading / Air Waybill

HS codes: Chapter 61 (knitted apparel, e.g., 6109 T-shirts, 6110 sweaters) · Chapter 62 (woven, e.g., 6203/6204 trousers) · Chapter 63 (home textiles)

Varieties available for United States

Knitted T-Shirts & Polo Shirts

Basics and fashion tees, piqué polos, crew and V-necks in cotton, CVC and poly-cotton.

Fabrics: 100% cotton (combed/carded), CVC 60/40, poly-cotton 65/35, 100% polyester
Weight: 140–240 GSM (tees), 180–240 GSM piqué (polos)
Knit: single jersey, piqué, rib, interlock
Sizes: XS–3XL (adult), kids' sizing available
Stitching: 10–12 SPI, twin-needle hems

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Sweatshirts, Hoodies & Joggers

Fleece and French terry casualwear.

Fabrics: cotton-rich fleece, CVC, poly-cotton, French terry
Weight: 240–360 GSM
Finish: brushed back or loop-back
Trims: YKK/equivalent zips, flat or round drawcords
Sizes: XS–3XL

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Denim Jeans & Trousers

Five-pocket jeans, chinos and casual trousers with washes.

Fabrics: rigid & stretch denim 9–14 oz, cotton twill 200–280 GSM
Fits: slim, straight, relaxed, bootcut
Washes: rinse, stone, enzyme, bleach, ozone
Trims: shank buttons, rivets, zips, leather/jacquard patches
Sizes: waist 26–44

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Workwear, Uniforms & Corporate Wear

Coveralls, work shirts, school & corporate uniforms, hi-vis.

Fabrics: poly-cotton twill/drill 200–300 GSM, 100% cotton drill
Options: reflective tape (EN ISO 20471 class on request), FR fabric on request
Features: reinforced seams, bar-tacks, multi-pocket
Branding: embroidery or print
Sizes: S–5XL

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Activewear & Sportswear

Performance tees, shorts and team kits.

Fabrics: 100% polyester interlock / mesh, poly-elastane
Weight: 120–180 GSM
Features: moisture-wicking, quick-dry, flatlock seams
Decoration: dye sublimation, heat transfer
Sizes: XS–3XL

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Home Textiles & Kikoy / Kitenge

Towels, kikoy sarongs, kitenge prints and woven accessories.

Kikoy: 100% cotton, hand-loomed or machine-woven, tasselled ends
Sizes: kikoy approx. 100 × 170 cm; towels to order
Kitenge: wax-style printed cotton
Towels: 400–600 GSM terry
MOQ: from 200 pcs (artisan lines)

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Where it is grown / produced

Growing / production area	Altitude	Notes
Athi River EPZ (Machakos)	1,500 m	Kenya's largest apparel cluster, close to Nairobi and JKIA.
Mombasa & Kilifi EPZs	0–100 m	Port-side garment factories for fast sea shipment.
Nairobi & Thika industrial areas	1,500–1,700 m	Uniforms, workwear and domestic-market brands.
Naivasha & Eldoret industrial parks	1,900–2,100 m	Newer textile parks, cotton and fabric development.

Season

Year-round production. Typical lead time 45–90 days after sample approval, depending on fabric sourcing.

Minimum order

Typically 1,000–3,000 pieces per style/colour (factory dependent); smaller MOQs for uniforms and kikoy.

Packaging

Individually polybagged, folded or on hangers
Export cartons with size/colour assortment labels
GOH (garments on hanger) on request

FAQ — Textiles & Apparel from Kenya to United States

How long does shipping from Kenya to United States take?

Indicative transit is 30–42 days by sea/road from Mombasa and 1–2 days by air from Nairobi JKIA to United States, depending on routing and carrier.

Which port or airport in United States can you deliver to?

We quote CFR/CIF or CPT/CIP to New York / New Jersey (USNYC), Savannah (USSAV), Houston (USHOU), Oakland (USOAK), New York JFK (JFK), Atlanta (ATL) and other ports or airports on request.

Can I get a sample of Kenyan textiles & apparel shipped to United States?

Yes. Use our quote form and select "Sample request". Sample cost is the indicative international price plus USD 1 per kg; we email an invoice with payment details and courier cost.

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Ready to import from Kenya?

Tell us the product, variety, quantity, Incoterm (FOB / CIF / CFR / DAP) and your destination port or airport. We reply with a formal quotation, usually within one business day.

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