Men's cotton knit trousers trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in men's cotton knit trousers was worth $5.32 billion in 2024, about 269.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 46% since 2017, and up 2% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.32B | 269.0K t |
| 2023 | $5.23B | 267.8K t |
| 2022 | $6.80B | 378.1K t |
| 2021 | $6.10B | 363.3K t |
| 2020 | $4.05B | 255.2K t |
| 2019 | $4.27B | 265.5K t |
| 2018 | $4.08B | 250.3K t |
| 2017 | $3.65B | 229.9K t |
Top men's cotton knit trousers exporting countries
Exports are led by China (20%), Bangladesh (14%) and Cambodia (9%). 176 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 43%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.06B | 20% |
| Bangladesh | $751.1M | 14% |
| Cambodia | $489.0M | 9.2% |
| Vietnam | $474.8M | 8.9% |
| Pakistan | $388.5M | 7.3% |
| Turkey | $262.6M | 4.9% |
| India | $184.2M | 3.5% |
| Italy | $172.9M | 3.3% |
| Belgium | $135.1M | 2.5% |
| Indonesia | $116.9M | 2.2% |
| Germany | $103.6M | 2% |
| Netherlands | $85.7M | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (21%), Italy (5%) and Germany (5%). 214 countries imported it, and the top three take 30% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.09B | 21% |
| Italy | $263.7M | 5% |
| Germany | $258.6M | 4.9% |
| United Kingdom | $252.1M | 4.7% |
| France | $226.2M | 4.3% |
| Hong Kong | $224.8M | 4.2% |
| Spain | $219.3M | 4.1% |
| Poland | $219.0M | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $191.9M | 3.6% |
| Japan | $139.1M | 2.6% |
| Russia | $127.8M | 2.4% |
| Canada | $125.7M | 2.4% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $19.78 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $46.98 per kg and Bangladesh $14.84 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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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 6103.42: Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of cotton, knitted or crocheted. HS 6103 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most men's cotton knit trousers?
China exported $1.06 billion in 2024, 20% of the world total, followed by Bangladesh (14%) and Cambodia (9%). In all, 176 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most men's cotton knit trousers?
The United States imported $1.09 billion in 2024, 21% of world imports, ahead of Italy (5%) and Germany (5%). The top three importers together take 30%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in men's cotton knit trousers?
It was worth $5.32 billion in 2024, about 269.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 46% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $6.80 billion. 176 countries reported exports and 214 reported imports.
What is the average price of men's cotton knit trousers per kg?
The world average declared value was about $19.78 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $46.98 per kg and Bangladesh $14.84 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for men's cotton knit trousers?
The HS code for men's cotton knit trousers is subheading 6103.42, in chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 6103 page.
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