Cotton knit t-shirt exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of cotton knit t-shirt by Egypt reached $340.4 million in 2024 (12.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 29% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $340.4M | 12.7K t |
| 2023 | $263.4M | 30.4K t |
| 2022 | $242.3M | 21.7K t |
| 2021 | $124.8M | 7.4K t |
| 2020 | $103.6M | 6.3K t |
| 2019 | $132.1M | 7.5K t |
| 2018 | $134.4M | 7.3K t |
| 2017 | $96.3M | 5.7K t |
Where Egypt exports cotton knit t-shirt to
Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (17%), United States (16%), Netherlands (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+750% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $56.8M | 17% |
| United States | $54.4M | 16% |
| Netherlands | $33.5M | 9.9% |
| Germany | $32.4M | 9.5% |
| France | $23.4M | 6.9% |
| United Kingdom | $21.4M | 6.3% |
| Turkey | $19.0M | 5.6% |
| Spain | $17.8M | 5.2% |
| Poland | $13.0M | 3.8% |
| Mexico | $7.3M | 2.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $26.84 per kg, 31% above the world average of $20.53. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cotton knit t-shirt imports to Egypt
Imports of cotton knit t-shirt by Egypt reached $24.7 million in 2024 (861 tonnes). China alone supplied 58% of it. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+437% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.4M | 58% |
| Turkey | $4.4M | 18% |
| Bangladesh | $1.4M | 5.8% |
| Italy | $966K | 3.9% |
| Vietnam | $473K | 1.9% |
| Spain | $411K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $352K | 1.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $313K | 1.3% |
| Pakistan | $290K | 1.2% |
| India | $253K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt cotton knit t-shirt exports (HS 6109.10): 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 6109.10: T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton knit t-shirt exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported cotton knit t-shirt worth $340.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 225 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries buy cotton knit t-shirt from Egypt?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 17% of the value ($56.8 million), followed by the United States (16%) and the Netherlands (10%). The top three together account for 43%, out of 123 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 750% on the year.
What is the average export price of cotton knit t-shirt per kg?
The average declared export value was about $26.84 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $20.53 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 t-shirt from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $96.3 million in 2017 to $340.4 million in 2024, an increase of 253%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $179.7 million a year.
Does Egypt also import cotton knit t-shirt?
Yes. Egypt imported $24.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Turkey and Bangladesh. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $315.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton knit t-shirt?
The HS code for cotton knit t-shirt is subheading 6109.10. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6109 page.
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