Dyed cotton knit fabric imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported dyed cotton knit fabric worth $37.1 million (4.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 19% 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 | $37.1M | 4.4K t |
| 2023 | $31.2M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $38.9M | 4.9K t |
| 2021 | $39.0M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $19.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2019 | $22.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $26.7M | 3.0K t |
| 2017 | $24.9M | 3.1K t |
Where South Africa imports dyed cotton knit fabric from
Most of the value came from Mauritius (39%), China (36%), Eswatini (18%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+78% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.49 per kg, 25% above the world average of $6.80. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Dyed cotton knit fabric exports from South Africa
Exports of dyed cotton knit fabric by South Africa reached $3.6 million in 2024 (249 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Lesotho accounted for 85% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Lesotho | $3.1M | 85% |
| Eswatini | $350K | 9.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $63K | 1.7% |
| Mauritius | $49K | 1.4% |
| Zambia | $44K | 1.2% |
| Tanzania | $15K | 0.4% |
| Mozambique | $8K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $1K | 0% |
| United States | $1K | 0% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa dyed cotton knit fabric imports (HS 6006.22): 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 6006.22: Fabrics: knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of cotton, dyed.
Common questions
What is the value of dyed cotton knit fabric imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported dyed cotton knit fabric worth $37.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 175 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply dyed cotton knit fabric to South Africa?
Mauritius was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($14.4 million), followed by China (36%) and Eswatini (18%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 137% on the year.
What is the average import price of dyed cotton knit fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.49 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $6.80 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of dyed cotton knit fabric to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.9 million in 2017 to $37.1 million in 2024, an increase of 49%. The peak was 2021 at $39.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $29.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also export dyed cotton knit fabric?
Yes. South Africa exported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Lesotho, Eswatini and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $33.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for dyed cotton knit fabric?
The HS code for dyed cotton knit fabric is subheading 6006.22. It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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