Knit sweater exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Egypt exported $424.6 million of knit sweater in 2024 (17.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 25% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $424.6M | 17.1K t |
| 2023 | $340.7M | 16.9K t |
| 2022 | $375.7M | 20.1K t |
| 2021 | $325.4M | 18.9K t |
| 2020 | $233.0M | 13.9K t |
| 2019 | $258.1M | 11.2K t |
| 2018 | $231.8M | 13.9K t |
| 2017 | $183.2M | 11.4K t |
Where Egypt exports knit sweater to
United States alone took 57% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+85% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $243.1M | 57% |
| Germany | $30.7M | 7.2% |
| France | $23.8M | 5.6% |
| Netherlands | $20.5M | 4.8% |
| Turkey | $19.0M | 4.5% |
| Spain | $15.9M | 3.8% |
| United Kingdom | $15.0M | 3.5% |
| Canada | $7.7M | 1.8% |
| Poland | $6.9M | 1.6% |
| Switzerland | $5.4M | 1.3% |
Product types under HS 6110
| 6110.20 | Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of cotton, knitted or crocheted | 57% |
| 6110.30 | Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted | 41% |
| 6110.11 | Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: knitted or crocheted, of wool or fine animal hair | 0.7% |
| 6110.90 | Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of textile materials (other than wool or fine animal hair, cotton or man-made… | 0.6% |
| 6110.12 | Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: knitted or crocheted, of fibres from kashmir (cashmere) goats | 0.2% |
| 6110.19 | Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: knitted or crocheted, of fine animal hair other than that of kashmir (cashmere) goats | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6110.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.89 per kg, close to the world average of $26.06.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Knit sweater imports to Egypt
Egypt imported $44.9 million of knit sweater in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Bangladesh (28%), Turkey (21%), China (18%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+278% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | $12.5M | 28% |
| Turkey | $9.5M | 21% |
| China | $8.0M | 18% |
| Myanmar | $3.3M | 7.4% |
| Vietnam | $1.9M | 4.1% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 2.9% |
| Morocco | $1.2M | 2.7% |
| Pakistan | $817K | 1.8% |
| Spain | $745K | 1.7% |
| Portugal | $624K | 1.4% |
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 6110: Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles; knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of knit sweater exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported knit sweater worth $424.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 223 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries buy knit sweater from Egypt?
The United States was the largest buyer with 57% of the value ($243.1 million), followed by Germany (7%) and France (6%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 105 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 85% on the year.
What is the average export price of knit sweater per kg?
The average declared export value was about $24.89 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $26.06 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 sweater from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $183.2 million in 2017 to $424.6 million in 2024, an increase of 132%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also import knit sweater?
Yes. Egypt imported $44.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Bangladesh, Turkey and China. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $379.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for knit sweater?
The HS code for knit sweater is heading 6110. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 6110.20 (57% of the value) and 6110.30 (41%). 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.
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