Artificial fibre women's dresses imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported artificial fibre women's dresses worth $9.8 million (384 tonnes). Value rose 28% on 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 | $9.8M | 384 t |
| 2023 | $7.7M | 138 t |
| 2022 | $8.4M | 157 t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 170 t |
| 2020 | $8.5M | 171 t |
| 2019 | $9.4M | 213 t |
| 2018 | $8.0M | 165 t |
| 2017 | $6.3M | 137 t |
Where South Africa imports artificial fibre women's dresses from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Eswatini grew fastest (+303% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.2M | 53% |
| Eswatini | $2.4M | 24% |
| India | $524K | 5.3% |
| Indonesia | $445K | 4.5% |
| Bangladesh | $265K | 2.7% |
| Morocco | $190K | 1.9% |
| Italy | $164K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $116K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $96K | 1% |
| Vietnam | $74K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $25.64 per kg, 38% below the world average of $41.41, 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.
Artificial fibre women's dresses exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported artificial fibre women's dresses worth $436 thousand (6 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (44%), Botswana (21%), Eswatini (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+123% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $193K | 44% |
| Botswana | $93K | 21% |
| Eswatini | $36K | 8.3% |
| Lesotho | $36K | 8.2% |
| Italy | $28K | 6.4% |
| Mauritius | $10K | 2.3% |
| Croatia | $10K | 2.2% |
| Kuwait | $6K | 1.4% |
| Kenya | $6K | 1.3% |
| France | $3K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa artificial fibre women's dresses imports (HS 6204.44): 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 6204.44: Dresses: women's or girls', of artificial fibres (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of artificial fibre women's dresses imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported artificial fibre women's dresses worth $9.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 384 tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 201 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply artificial fibre women's dresses to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by Eswatini (24%) and India (5%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 59 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 427% on the year.
What is the average import price of artificial fibre women's dresses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $25.64 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $41.41 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of artificial fibre women's dresses to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.3 million in 2017 to $9.8 million in 2024, an increase of 56%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export artificial fibre women's dresses?
Yes. South Africa exported $436 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $9.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for artificial fibre women's dresses?
The HS code for artificial fibre women's dresses is subheading 6204.44. It sits in HS chapter 62 (apparel and clothing accessories; not knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6204 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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