T-shirt and vest imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of t-shirt and vest by Namibia reached $20.1 million in 2024 (950 tonnes). That is 32% more 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 | $20.1M | 951 t |
| 2023 | $15.2M | 742 t |
| 2022 | $15.9M | 810 t |
| 2021 | $18.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $11.8M | 722 t |
| 2019 | $15.4M | 904 t |
| 2018 | $18.7M | 594 t |
| 2017 | $19.2M | 896 t |
Where Namibia imports t-shirt and vest from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Madagascar grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $13.5M | 67% |
| China | $2.8M | 14% |
| India | $1.0M | 5.1% |
| Madagascar | $866K | 4.3% |
| Mauritius | $546K | 2.7% |
| Bangladesh | $375K | 1.9% |
| Eswatini | $289K | 1.4% |
| Lesotho | $135K | 0.7% |
| Vietnam | $77K | 0.4% |
| Tanzania | $70K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 6109
| 6109.10 | Cotton knit t-shirt | 62% |
| 6109.90 | Knit t-shirt (other fibres) | 38% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6109.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.15 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 exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported t-shirt and vest worth $359 thousand (18 tonnes). Most of it went to Germany (45%), Angola (22%), Nicaragua (8%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+360% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $163K | 45% |
| Angola | $80K | 22% |
| Nicaragua | $29K | 8.1% |
| Botswana | $18K | 5% |
| Switzerland | $16K | 4.6% |
| South Africa | $12K | 3.4% |
| Zambia | $8K | 2.3% |
| Austria | $7K | 1.8% |
| Kenya | $6K | 1.5% |
| Bahamas | $4K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia t-shirt and vest imports (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 imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported t-shirt and vest worth $20.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 950 tonnes. That ranks it 104th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply t-shirt and vest to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($13.5 million), followed by China (14%) and India (5%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 93 supplier countries in total. Tanzania grew fastest among the top ten, up 805% on the year.
What is the average import price of t-shirt and vest per kg?
The average declared import value was about $21.15 per kg in 2024, close to 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 imports of t-shirt and vest to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.2 million in 2017 to $20.1 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $16.8 million a year.
Does Namibia also export t-shirt and vest?
Yes. Namibia exported $359 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Angola and Nicaragua. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $19.7 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 Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 6109.10 (62% of the value) and 6109.90 (38%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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