T-shirt and vest exports from Ethiopia: data, top buyers and prices
Ethiopia exported $27.8 million of t-shirt and vest in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). That is 46% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $39.1 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 | $27.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $19.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $30.5M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $20.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $39.1M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $38.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $21.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $24.7M | 1.8K t |
Where Ethiopia exports t-shirt and vest to
The largest buyer markets were Italy (46%), France (20%), Canada (19%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+88% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $12.7M | 46% |
| France | $5.6M | 20% |
| Canada | $5.2M | 19% |
| United States | $1.6M | 5.6% |
| United Kingdom | $833K | 3% |
| Kenya | $378K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $351K | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $275K | 1% |
| Germany | $159K | 0.6% |
| Switzerland | $135K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 6109
| 6109.10 | Cotton knit t-shirt | 91% |
| 6109.90 | Knit t-shirt (other fibres) | 8.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6109.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.78 per kg, close to the world average of $21.32.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
T-shirt and vest imports to Ethiopia
In 2024, Ethiopia imported t-shirt and vest worth $1.2 million (93 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 54% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $628K | 54% |
| China | $333K | 28% |
| Germany | $69K | 5.9% |
| Italy | $33K | 2.8% |
| United States | $29K | 2.5% |
| Israel | $16K | 1.4% |
| India | $15K | 1.3% |
| Indonesia | $12K | 1% |
| South Africa | $10K | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $7K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia t-shirt and vest exports (HS 6109): 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 6109: T-shirts, singlets and other vests; knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of t-shirt and vest exported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia exported t-shirt and vest worth $27.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 68th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 46% on 2023.
Which countries buy t-shirt and vest from Ethiopia?
Italy was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($12.7 million), followed by France (20%) and Canada (19%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 72 buyer countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 810% on the year.
What is the average export price of t-shirt and vest per kg?
The average declared export value was about $22.78 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $21.32 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of t-shirt and vest from Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $24.7 million in 2017 to $27.8 million in 2024, an increase of 13%. The peak was 2020 at $39.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $27.8 million a year.
Does Ethiopia also import t-shirt and vest?
Yes. Ethiopia imported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey, China and Germany. On balance Ethiopia is a net exporter of this product, by about $26.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for t-shirt and vest?
The HS code for t-shirt and vest is heading 6109. In Ethiopia the largest six-digit codes were 6109.10 (91% of the value) and 6109.90 (9%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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