Knitted and crocheted hats imports in Cameroon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Cameroon imported knitted and crocheted hats worth $3.3 million (364 tonnes). That is 170% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.3M | 364 t |
| 2023 | $1.2M | 418 t |
| 2022 | $833K | 291 t |
| 2021 | $1.0M | 325 t |
| 2020 | $581K | 166 t |
| 2019 | $752K | 62 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 120 t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 124 t |
Where Cameroon imports knitted and crocheted hats from
China alone supplied 92% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+200% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.0M | 92% |
| Italy | $96K | 2.9% |
| India | $63K | 1.9% |
| Belgium | $40K | 1.2% |
| France | $24K | 0.7% |
| South Korea | $14K | 0.4% |
| Lesotho | $9K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $7K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $7K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $5K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.03 per kg, 65% below the world average of $26.06, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Cameroon?
The shipment records behind Cameroon knitted and crocheted hats imports (HS 6505): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 6505: Hats and other headgear; knitted or crocheted, or made up from lace, felt or other textile fabric, in the piece (but not in strips), whether or not lined or trimmed; hair-nets of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed.
Common questions
What is the value of knitted and crocheted hats imported by Cameroon?
Cameroon imported knitted and crocheted hats worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 364 tonnes. That ranks it 97th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 170% on 2023.
Which countries supply knitted and crocheted hats to Cameroon?
China was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by Italy (3%) and India (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 200% on the year.
What is the average import price of knitted and crocheted hats per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.03 per kg in 2024, 65% below the world average of $26.06 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of knitted and crocheted hats to Cameroon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 187%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for knitted and crocheted hats?
The HS code for knitted and crocheted hats is heading 6505. In Cameroon all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 6505.00. It sits in HS chapter 65 (headgear and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6505 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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