Narrow knitted fabric imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of narrow knitted fabric by Egypt reached $3.4 million in 2024 (362 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 69% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $11.0 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 | $3.4M | 362 t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 206 t |
| 2022 | $2.8M | 194 t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 449 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 262 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 180 t |
| 2018 | $11.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $8.5M | 1.4K t |
Where Egypt imports narrow knitted fabric from
China alone supplied 68% of it. Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+111% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.3M | 68% |
| Hong Kong | $988K | 29% |
| Turkey | $57K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $21K | 0.6% |
| India | $15K | 0.4% |
| Sri Lanka | $11K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0% |
| Denmark | $1K | 0% |
| Thailand | $1K | 0% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 6002
| 6002.90 | Fabrics: knitted or crocheted, other than those of heading 60.01, of a width not exceeding 30 cm, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn… | 73% |
| 6002.40 | Fabrics: knitted or crocheted, other than those of heading 60.01, of a width not exceeding 30 cm, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn… | 27% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6002.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.38 per kg, 39% above the world average of $6.77. 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.
Narrow knitted fabric exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported narrow knitted fabric worth $254 thousand (11 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were India (49%), Turkey (35%), Bosnia Herzegovina (10%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $125K | 49% |
| Turkey | $90K | 35% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $25K | 9.8% |
| Austria | $10K | 3.9% |
| China | $4K | 1.5% |
| Sudan | $1K | 0.2% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
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 6002: Fabrics; knitted or crocheted, other than those of heading 60.01, of a width not exceeding 30cm, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread.
Common questions
What is the value of narrow knitted fabric imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported narrow knitted fabric worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 362 tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 181 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 69% on 2023.
Which countries supply narrow knitted fabric to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Hong Kong (29%) and Turkey (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 150% on the year.
What is the average import price of narrow knitted fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.38 per kg in 2024, 39% above the world average of $6.77 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 narrow knitted fabric to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.5 million in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, a fall of 60%. The peak was 2018 at $11.0 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also export narrow knitted fabric?
Yes. Egypt exported $254 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Turkey and Bosnia Herzegovina. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for narrow knitted fabric?
The HS code for narrow knitted fabric is heading 6002. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 6002.90 (73% of the value) and 6002.40 (27%). It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6002 page.
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