Embroidered synthetic fabric imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported embroidered synthetic fabric worth $6.3 million (131 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 20% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.3 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 | $6.3M | 131 t |
| 2023 | $7.8M | 133 t |
| 2022 | $9.3M | 186 t |
| 2021 | $8.0M | 120 t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 274 t |
| 2019 | $4.8M | 404 t |
| 2018 | $5.8M | 396 t |
| 2017 | $5.9M | 491 t |
Where South Africa imports embroidered synthetic fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 96% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.0M | 96% |
| India | $193K | 3.1% |
| Hong Kong | $27K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $8K | 0.1% |
| United States | $5K | 0.1% |
| Lesotho | $3K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $3K | 0% |
| Turkey | $2K | 0% |
| Thailand | $2K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $47.90 per kg, 285% above the world average of $12.43. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa embroidered synthetic fabric imports (HS 5810.92): 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 5810.92: Embroidery: with visible ground, of man-made fibres, in the piece, in strips or in motifs.
Common questions
What is the value of embroidered synthetic fabric imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported embroidered synthetic fabric worth $6.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 131 tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 194 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply embroidered synthetic fabric to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($6.0 million), followed by India (3%) and Hong Kong (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 361% on the year.
What is the average import price of embroidered synthetic fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $47.90 per kg in 2024, 285% above the world average of $12.43 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of embroidered synthetic fabric to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.9 million in 2017 to $6.3 million in 2024, an increase of 7%. The peak was 2022 at $9.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for embroidered synthetic fabric?
The HS code for embroidered synthetic fabric is subheading 5810.92. It sits in HS chapter 58 (fabrics; special woven fabrics, tufted textile fabrics, lace, tapestries, trimmings, embroidery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5810 page.
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