Cotton knit sweater exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Egypt exported $243.7 million of cotton knit sweater in 2024 (10.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 15% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $243.7M | 10.7K t |
| 2023 | $211.5M | 9.5K t |
| 2022 | $191.6M | 8.8K t |
| 2021 | $161.0M | 8.1K t |
| 2020 | $113.8M | 5.9K t |
| 2019 | $149.5M | 6.5K t |
| 2018 | $101.8M | 5.8K t |
| 2017 | $73.4M | 4.2K t |
Where Egypt exports cotton knit sweater to
Most of it went to United States (46%), Germany (11%), Netherlands (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+83% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $113.0M | 46% |
| Germany | $27.4M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $18.8M | 7.7% |
| Turkey | $15.2M | 6.2% |
| United Kingdom | $12.4M | 5.1% |
| France | $10.1M | 4.2% |
| Spain | $8.2M | 3.4% |
| Poland | $5.5M | 2.3% |
| Switzerland | $4.3M | 1.8% |
| Italy | $3.3M | 1.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.71 per kg, close to the world average of $24.81.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cotton knit sweater imports to Egypt
Egypt imported $12.2 million of cotton knit sweater in 2024 (436 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Turkey (23%), Bangladesh (16%), China (14%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+410% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt cotton knit sweater exports (HS 6110.20): 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 6110.20: Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of cotton, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton knit sweater exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported cotton knit sweater worth $243.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 216 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries buy cotton knit sweater from Egypt?
The United States was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($113.0 million), followed by Germany (11%) and the Netherlands (8%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 95 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 83% on the year.
What is the average export price of cotton knit sweater per kg?
The average declared export value was about $22.71 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $24.81 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of cotton knit sweater from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $73.4 million in 2017 to $243.7 million in 2024, an increase of 232%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $155.8 million a year.
Does Egypt also import cotton knit sweater?
Yes. Egypt imported $12.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey, Bangladesh and China. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $231.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton knit sweater?
The HS code for cotton knit sweater is subheading 6110.20. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6110 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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