Cotton knit t-shirt imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cotton knit t-shirt by Israel reached $264.2 million in 2024 (43.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 8% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $370.3 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 | $264.2M | 43.0K t |
| 2023 | $285.7M | 9.1K t |
| 2022 | $370.3M | 44.4K t |
| 2021 | $321.5M | 44.3K t |
| 2020 | $207.9M | 8.2K t |
| 2019 | $204.4M | 9.9K t |
| 2018 | $171.6M | 6.4K t |
| 2017 | $151.4M | 5.8K t |
Where Israel imports cotton knit t-shirt from
The largest suppliers were China (26%), Spain (12%), India (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $68.5M | 26% |
| Spain | $32.4M | 12% |
| India | $28.6M | 11% |
| Belgium | $23.7M | 9% |
| Bangladesh | $19.2M | 7.3% |
| Italy | $15.0M | 5.7% |
| Hong Kong | $12.9M | 4.9% |
| United States | $8.0M | 3% |
| Turkey | $6.9M | 2.6% |
| Switzerland | $6.4M | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.14 per kg, 70% below the world average of $20.53, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cotton knit t-shirt exports from Israel
In 2024, Israel exported cotton knit t-shirt worth $1.6 million (45 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (30%), Germany (14%), Italy (12%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+602% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $482K | 30% |
| Germany | $231K | 14% |
| Italy | $202K | 13% |
| Hong Kong | $116K | 7.2% |
| France | $88K | 5.4% |
| United Kingdom | $62K | 3.8% |
| Switzerland | $56K | 3.4% |
| Malawi | $48K | 3% |
| Netherlands | $44K | 2.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $32K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel cotton knit t-shirt imports (HS 6109.10): 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 6109.10: T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton knit t-shirt imported by Israel?
Israel imported cotton knit t-shirt worth $264.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 43.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 224 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton knit t-shirt to Israel?
China was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($68.5 million), followed by Spain (12%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 73 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 189% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton knit t-shirt per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.14 per kg in 2024, 70% below the world average of $20.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton knit t-shirt to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $151.4 million in 2017 to $264.2 million in 2024, an increase of 74%. The peak was 2022 at $370.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $247.1 million a year.
Does Israel also export cotton knit t-shirt?
Yes. Israel exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and Italy. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $262.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton knit t-shirt?
The HS code for cotton knit t-shirt is subheading 6109.10. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6109 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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