Knit gloves exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Egypt exported knit gloves worth $10.0 million (284 tonnes). Value rose 5% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 161% 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 | $10.0M | 284 t |
| 2023 | $9.5M | 443 t |
| 2022 | $7.7M | 397 t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 275 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 147 t |
| 2019 | $6K | 1 t |
| 2018 | $7K | 0 t |
| 2017 | $12K | 4 t |
Where Egypt exports knit gloves to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 97% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $9.7M | 97% |
| Austria | $123K | 1.2% |
| Malaysia | $111K | 1.1% |
| France | $12K | 0.1% |
| Kuwait | $5K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $3K | 0% |
| Morocco | $2K | 0% |
| Spain | $1K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 6116
| 6116.93 | Gloves, mittens and mitts: of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted, (other than impregnated, coated or covered with plastics or rubber) | 93% |
| 6116.10 | Gloves, mittens and mitts: knitted or crocheted, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics or rubber | 5.8% |
| 6116.99 | Gloves, mittens and mitts: of textile materials (other than wool or fine animal hair, cotton or synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted, (other than… | 1.1% |
| 6116.92 | Gloves, mittens and mitts: of cotton, knitted or crocheted, (other than impregnated, coated or covered with plastics or rubber) | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6116.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $35.05 per kg, 184% above the world average of $12.32. 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.
Knit gloves imports to Egypt
In 2024, Egypt imported knit gloves worth $4.1 million (466 tonnes). China alone supplied 76% of it. Among the main suppliers, Sri Lanka grew fastest (+110% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.1M | 76% |
| Pakistan | $326K | 7.9% |
| Sri Lanka | $203K | 4.9% |
| Vietnam | $135K | 3.3% |
| Portugal | $107K | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $53K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $32K | 0.8% |
| South Korea | $25K | 0.6% |
| Romania | $23K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $14K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 6116: Gloves, mittens and mitts; knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of knit gloves exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported knit gloves worth $10.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 284 tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 183 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy knit gloves from Egypt?
The United States was the largest buyer with 97% of the value ($9.7 million), followed by Austria (1%) and Malaysia (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 24 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 946% on the year.
What is the average export price of knit gloves per kg?
The average declared export value was about $35.05 per kg in 2024, 184% above the world average of $12.32 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 exports of knit gloves from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $12 thousand in 2017 to $10.0 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also import knit gloves?
Yes. Egypt imported $4.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for knit gloves?
The HS code for knit gloves is heading 6116. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 6116.93 (93% of the value) and 6116.10 (6%). It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6116 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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