Elastic knitted fabric imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of elastic knitted fabric by Egypt reached $89.9 million in 2024 (15.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $121.8 million.
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 | $89.9M | 15.1K t |
| 2023 | $88.1M | 13.1K t |
| 2022 | $81.2M | 12.8K t |
| 2021 | $121.8M | 25.7K t |
| 2020 | $80.1M | 19.2K t |
| 2019 | $66.9M | 13.4K t |
| 2018 | $54.0M | 11.1K t |
| 2017 | $47.2M | 8.8K t |
Where Egypt imports elastic knitted fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 71% of the value.
Product types under HS 6004
| 6004.10 | Fabrics: knitted or crocheted fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, other than those of heading 60.01, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric… | 98% |
| 6004.90 | Fabrics: knitted or crocheted, other than those of heading 60.01, of a width exceeding 30 cm, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn or… | 2.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6004.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.95 per kg, 26% below the world average of $8.01, 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.
Elastic knitted fabric exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported elastic knitted fabric worth $19.6 million (3.3 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Turkey accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Morocco grew fastest (+142% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $11.8M | 60% |
| Morocco | $5.0M | 26% |
| Jordan | $527K | 2.7% |
| Thailand | $456K | 2.3% |
| Argentina | $356K | 1.8% |
| Tunisia | $266K | 1.4% |
| Algeria | $214K | 1.1% |
| United States | $146K | 0.8% |
| Djibouti | $145K | 0.7% |
| China | $124K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
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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 6004: Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, other than those of heading 60.01, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread.
Common questions
What is the value of elastic knitted fabric imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported elastic knitted fabric worth $89.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 175 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply elastic knitted fabric to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($63.8 million), followed by Israel (18%) and Turkey (5%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 231% on the year.
What is the average import price of elastic knitted fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.95 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $8.01 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of elastic knitted fabric to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $47.2 million in 2017 to $89.9 million in 2024, an increase of 91%. The peak was 2021 at $121.8 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also export elastic knitted fabric?
Yes. Egypt exported $19.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, Morocco and Jordan. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $70.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for elastic knitted fabric?
The HS code for elastic knitted fabric is heading 6004. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 6004.10 (98% of the value) and 6004.90 (2%). It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6004 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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