Bleached light woven cotton fabric (other weaves) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported bleached light woven cotton fabric (other weaves) worth $2.9 million (251 tonnes). That is 15% 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 | $2.9M | 251 t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 252 t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 253 t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 205 t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 135 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 217 t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 179 t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 166 t |
Where South Africa imports bleached light woven cotton fabric (other weaves) from
Most of the value came from China (42%), Bahrain (33%), India (11%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 42% |
| Bahrain | $929K | 33% |
| India | $310K | 11% |
| Pakistan | $198K | 6.9% |
| Tanzania | $128K | 4.5% |
| Portugal | $55K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $14K | 0.5% |
| Lesotho | $8K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $6K | 0.2% |
| United States | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.35 per kg, 23% below the world average of $14.83, 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.
Bleached light woven cotton fabric (other weaves) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported bleached light woven cotton fabric (other weaves) worth $468 thousand (170 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Botswana accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+718% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $361K | 77% |
| Eswatini | $39K | 8.4% |
| Zimbabwe | $25K | 5.4% |
| Yemen | $20K | 4.2% |
| Lesotho | $8K | 1.8% |
| Malawi | $7K | 1.4% |
| Zambia | $3K | 0.7% |
| Namibia | $3K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $2K | 0.3% |
| Mozambique | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa bleached light woven cotton fabric (other weaves) imports (HS 5208.29): 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 5208.29: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, bleached, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5208.2, weighing not more than 200g/m2.
Common questions
What is the value of bleached light woven cotton fabric (other weaves) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported bleached light woven cotton fabric (other weaves) worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 251 tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 169 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply bleached light woven cotton fabric (other weaves) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Bahrain (33%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 376% on the year.
What is the average import price of bleached light woven cotton fabric (other weaves) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.35 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $14.83 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of bleached light woven cotton fabric (other weaves) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. The peak was 2023 at $3.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export bleached light woven cotton fabric (other weaves)?
Yes. South Africa exported $468 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Eswatini and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for bleached light woven cotton fabric (other weaves)?
The HS code for bleached light woven cotton fabric (other weaves) is subheading 5208.29. It sits in HS chapter 52 (cotton). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5208 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for South Africa. Tell us your product to see it live.
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