Cotton knit t-shirt imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Senegal imported cotton knit t-shirt worth $9.2 million (3.4 thousand tonnes). That is 39% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $23.9 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 | $9.2M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $15.1M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $20.5M | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $17.3M | 3.6K t |
| 2020 | $23.9M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $20.5M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $21.2M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $5.9M | 994 t |
Where Senegal imports cotton knit t-shirt from
Most of the value came from China (36%), India (26%), Turkey (15%). Among the main suppliers, Bangladesh grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.3M | 36% |
| India | $2.4M | 26% |
| Turkey | $1.4M | 16% |
| Pakistan | $659K | 7.2% |
| Indonesia | $452K | 4.9% |
| France | $331K | 3.6% |
| Bangladesh | $189K | 2.1% |
| Morocco | $91K | 1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $66K | 0.7% |
| Hong Kong | $47K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.67 per kg, 87% 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 Senegal
In 2024, Senegal exported cotton knit t-shirt worth $236 thousand (41 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 63% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $150K | 64% |
| Moldova | $23K | 9.7% |
| Cabo Verde | $17K | 7.3% |
| Guinea | $9K | 3.8% |
| Burkina Faso | $5K | 2% |
| Guinea-Bissau | $4K | 1.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $4K | 1.6% |
| Macao | $4K | 1.6% |
| Gambia | $3K | 1.5% |
| Togo | $3K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal 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 Senegal?
Senegal imported cotton knit t-shirt worth $9.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 108th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton knit t-shirt to Senegal?
China was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by India (26%) and Turkey (15%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Morocco grew fastest among the top ten, up 215% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton knit t-shirt per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.67 per kg in 2024, 87% below the world average of $20.53 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cotton knit t-shirt to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.9 million in 2017 to $9.2 million in 2024, an increase of 56%. The peak was 2020 at $23.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.7 million a year.
Does Senegal also export cotton knit t-shirt?
Yes. Senegal exported $236 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Moldova and Cabo Verde. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $9.0 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.
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