Hosiery without soles (other materials) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported hosiery without soles (other materials) worth $7.7 million (308 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 22% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $12.2 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7.7M | 308 t |
| 2023 | $6.3M | 234 t |
| 2022 | $8.1M | 334 t |
| 2021 | $10.3M | 453 t |
| 2020 | $11.8M | 410 t |
| 2019 | $12.2M | 443 t |
| 2018 | $10.0M | 556 t |
| 2017 | $8.8M | 388 t |
Where South Africa exports hosiery without soles (other materials) to
United States alone took 67% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+80% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $5.2M | 67% |
| Botswana | $532K | 6.9% |
| Namibia | $404K | 5.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $250K | 3.3% |
| Switzerland | $187K | 2.4% |
| Germany | $132K | 1.7% |
| Lesotho | $125K | 1.6% |
| Eswatini | $116K | 1.5% |
| Zambia | $101K | 1.3% |
| Mozambique | $89K | 1.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.92 per kg, 92% above the world average of $12.95. 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.
Hosiery without soles (other materials) imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $3.7 million of hosiery without soles (other materials) in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: China accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Eswatini grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.2M | 59% |
| Eswatini | $755K | 21% |
| Pakistan | $256K | 6.9% |
| India | $147K | 4% |
| Sri Lanka | $78K | 2.1% |
| Indonesia | $75K | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $31K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $24K | 0.7% |
| United States | $20K | 0.5% |
| Thailand | $18K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa hosiery without soles (other materials) exports (HS 6115.99): 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 6115.99: Hosiery and footwear: without applied soles, of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6115.9, knitted or crocheted (excluding graduated compression hosiery, panty hose, tights, full or knee-length hosiery measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex).
Common questions
What is the value of hosiery without soles (other materials) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported hosiery without soles (other materials) worth $7.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 308 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 152 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries buy hosiery without soles (other materials) from South Africa?
The United States was the largest buyer with 67% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by Botswana (7%) and Namibia (5%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 70 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 227% on the year.
What is the average export price of hosiery without soles (other materials) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $24.92 per kg in 2024, 92% above the world average of $12.95 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of hosiery without soles (other materials) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.8 million in 2017 to $7.7 million in 2024, a fall of 12%. The peak was 2019 at $12.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also import hosiery without soles (other materials)?
Yes. South Africa imported $3.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Eswatini and Pakistan. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for hosiery without soles (other materials)?
The HS code for hosiery without soles (other materials) is subheading 6115.99. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6115 page.
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