Knit sweater (other fibres) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $11.1 million of knit sweater (other fibres) in 2024 (978 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $11.1M | 979 t |
| 2023 | $11.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $11.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $10.8M | 266 t |
| 2020 | $9.4M | 176 t |
| 2019 | $11.2M | 202 t |
| 2018 | $12.4M | 227 t |
| 2017 | $11.5M | 226 t |
Where South Africa imports knit sweater (other fibres) from
Most of the value came from China (48%), Bangladesh (14%), India (11%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+202% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.4M | 48% |
| Bangladesh | $1.6M | 14% |
| India | $1.2M | 11% |
| Cambodia | $537K | 4.8% |
| Vietnam | $511K | 4.6% |
| Italy | $310K | 2.8% |
| Lesotho | $235K | 2.1% |
| Turkey | $228K | 2.1% |
| Pakistan | $223K | 2% |
| Eswatini | $210K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.34 per kg, 64% below the world average of $31.43, 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.
Knit sweater (other fibres) exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $3.9 million of knit sweater (other fibres) in 2024 (188 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (28%), Botswana (26%), Eswatini (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+87% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $1.1M | 28% |
| Botswana | $1.0M | 26% |
| Eswatini | $540K | 14% |
| Lesotho | $357K | 9.3% |
| Madagascar | $183K | 4.8% |
| Angola | $160K | 4.2% |
| Zambia | $137K | 3.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $75K | 1.9% |
| Malawi | $61K | 1.6% |
| Kenya | $54K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa knit sweater (other fibres) imports (HS 6110.90): 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 6110.90: Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of textile materials (other than wool or fine animal hair, cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of knit sweater (other fibres) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported knit sweater (other fibres) worth $11.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 978 tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 207 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply knit sweater (other fibres) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by Bangladesh (14%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 94 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 202% on the year.
What is the average import price of knit sweater (other fibres) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.34 per kg in 2024, 64% below the world average of $31.43 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of knit sweater (other fibres) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.5 million in 2017 to $11.1 million in 2024, a fall of 3%. The peak was 2018 at $12.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export knit sweater (other fibres)?
Yes. South Africa exported $3.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $7.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for knit sweater (other fibres)?
The HS code for knit sweater (other fibres) is subheading 6110.90. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6110 page.
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