Baby synthetic knit clothing imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of baby synthetic knit clothing by South Africa reached $25.6 million in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. Value fell 10% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $43.3 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 | $25.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $28.3M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $39.9M | 3.7K t |
| 2021 | $43.3M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $28.4M | 3.4K t |
| 2019 | $29.2M | 3.8K t |
| 2018 | $27.3M | 4.0K t |
| 2017 | $23.6M | 3.8K t |
Where South Africa imports baby synthetic knit clothing from
China alone supplied 97% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $24.8M | 97% |
| Madagascar | $199K | 0.8% |
| Bangladesh | $134K | 0.5% |
| Vietnam | $118K | 0.5% |
| Eswatini | $101K | 0.4% |
| India | $92K | 0.4% |
| Lesotho | $43K | 0.2% |
| Myanmar | $25K | 0.1% |
| Cambodia | $17K | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | $16K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.57 per kg, 38% below the world average of $16.93, 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.
Baby synthetic knit clothing exports from South Africa
Exports of baby synthetic knit clothing by South Africa reached $6.9 million in 2024 (398 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Namibia (38%), Botswana (23%), Lesotho (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Eswatini grew fastest (+374% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $2.6M | 38% |
| Botswana | $1.6M | 23% |
| Lesotho | $822K | 12% |
| Eswatini | $804K | 12% |
| Zambia | $418K | 6.1% |
| Mozambique | $330K | 4.8% |
| Angola | $219K | 3.2% |
| Kenya | $32K | 0.5% |
| Mauritius | $15K | 0.2% |
| Tanzania | $13K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa baby synthetic knit clothing imports (HS 6111.30): 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 6111.30: Garments and clothing accessories: babies', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of baby synthetic knit clothing imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported baby synthetic knit clothing worth $25.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 195 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply baby synthetic knit clothing to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($24.8 million), followed by Madagascar (1%) and Bangladesh (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Myanmar grew fastest among the top ten, up 564% on the year.
What is the average import price of baby synthetic knit clothing per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.57 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $16.93 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of baby synthetic knit clothing to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.6 million in 2017 to $25.6 million in 2024, an increase of 8%. The peak was 2021 at $43.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $30.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also export baby synthetic knit clothing?
Yes. South Africa exported $6.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and Lesotho. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $18.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for baby synthetic knit clothing?
The HS code for baby synthetic knit clothing is subheading 6111.30. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6111 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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