Synthetic knit sweater imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported synthetic knit sweater worth $4.1 million (208 tonnes). That is 16% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $4.1M | 208 t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 189 t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 172 t |
| 2021 | $4.1M | 227 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 147 t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 191 t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 125 t |
| 2017 | $3.8M | 122 t |
Where Namibia imports synthetic knit sweater from
South Africa alone supplied 58% of it. Among the main suppliers, Bangladesh grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.3M | 58% |
| China | $1.2M | 30% |
| Bangladesh | $311K | 7.7% |
| Madagascar | $84K | 2.1% |
| Mauritius | $36K | 0.9% |
| India | $16K | 0.4% |
| Lesotho | $14K | 0.3% |
| Eswatini | $12K | 0.3% |
| Botswana | $8K | 0.2% |
| Bulgaria | $7K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.50 per kg, close to the world average of $22.33.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic knit sweater exports from Namibia
Exports of synthetic knit sweater by Namibia reached $306 thousand in 2024 (5 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Germany accounted for 91% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $277K | 91% |
| Switzerland | $13K | 4.3% |
| Kenya | $6K | 1.9% |
| Austria | $5K | 1.8% |
| Poland | $2K | 0.8% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0.4% |
| Bahrain | $0K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $0K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia synthetic knit sweater imports (HS 6110.30): 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 6110.30: Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic knit sweater imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported synthetic knit sweater worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 208 tonnes. That ranks it 105th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic knit sweater to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by China (30%) and Bangladesh (8%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. Eswatini grew fastest among the top ten, up 174% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic knit sweater per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.50 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $22.33 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of synthetic knit sweater to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.8 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, an increase of 7%. The peak was 2023 at $4.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
Does Namibia also export synthetic knit sweater?
Yes. Namibia exported $306 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Switzerland and Kenya. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic knit sweater?
The HS code for synthetic knit sweater is subheading 6110.30. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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