Knit garment exports from Ethiopia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Ethiopia exported knit garment worth $4.2 million (121 tonnes). That is 58% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $10.0 million.
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 | $4.2M | 121 t |
| 2023 | $10.0M | 707 t |
| 2022 | $9.1M | 568 t |
| 2021 | $7.0M | 422 t |
| 2020 | $5.7M | 295 t |
| 2019 | $6.1M | 189 t |
| 2018 | $6.6M | 504 t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 259 t |
Where Ethiopia exports knit garment to
United States alone took 93% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.9M | 93% |
| Germany | $68K | 1.6% |
| Canada | $60K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $57K | 1.3% |
| Uganda | $32K | 0.8% |
| Sweden | $9K | 0.2% |
| Switzerland | $9K | 0.2% |
| France | $9K | 0.2% |
| Israel | $8K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $8K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 6114
| 6114.30 | Man-made knit garments | 89% |
| 6114.20 | Cotton knit garments | 9.3% |
| 6114.90 | Knit garments (other materials) | 1.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6114.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.74 per kg, 44% above the world average of $24.08. 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 garment imports to Ethiopia
Ethiopia imported $2.0 million of knit garment in 2024 (68 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 94% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+170% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.9M | 94% |
| Italy | $80K | 4% |
| Germany | $13K | 0.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $5K | 0.2% |
| Switzerland | $5K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.2% |
| Norway | $3K | 0.1% |
| Sweden | $2K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0.1% |
| Mozambique | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia knit garment exports (HS 6114): 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 6114: Garments; knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61.
Common questions
What is the value of knit garment exported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia exported knit garment worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 121 tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 207 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 58% on 2023.
Which countries buy knit garment from Ethiopia?
The United States was the largest buyer with 93% of the value ($3.9 million), followed by Germany (2%) and Canada (1%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 44 buyer countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 92% on the year.
What is the average export price of knit garment per kg?
The average declared export value was about $34.74 per kg in 2024, 44% above the world average of $24.08 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of knit garment from Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. The peak was 2023 at $10.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.6 million a year.
Does Ethiopia also import knit garment?
Yes. Ethiopia imported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Italy and Germany. On balance Ethiopia is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for knit garment?
The HS code for knit garment is heading 6114. In Ethiopia the largest six-digit codes were 6114.30 (89% of the value) and 6114.20 (9%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Ethiopia reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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