Knitted and crocheted hats imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported knitted and crocheted hats worth $61.7 million (4.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 11% on 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 | $61.7M | 4.2K t |
| 2023 | $55.4M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $58.8M | 3.6K t |
| 2021 | $51.7M | 3.6K t |
| 2020 | $39.1M | 7.8K t |
| 2019 | $49.2M | 8.3K t |
| 2018 | $46.1M | 6.5K t |
| 2017 | $42.7M | 5.9K t |
Where South Africa imports knitted and crocheted hats from
China alone supplied 84% of it. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $51.8M | 84% |
| Vietnam | $2.9M | 4.6% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 2.3% |
| Bangladesh | $1.3M | 2% |
| Lesotho | $837K | 1.4% |
| Indonesia | $537K | 0.9% |
| Philippines | $487K | 0.8% |
| Portugal | $380K | 0.6% |
| United States | $268K | 0.4% |
| Mexico | $217K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.64 per kg, 44% below the world average of $26.06, 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.
Knitted and crocheted hats exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $9.9 million of knitted and crocheted hats in 2024 (837 tonnes). Most of it went to Botswana (27%), Namibia (21%), Eswatini (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+332% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $2.7M | 27% |
| Namibia | $2.1M | 21% |
| Eswatini | $958K | 9.7% |
| Lesotho | $937K | 9.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $613K | 6.2% |
| Chad | $577K | 5.8% |
| Zambia | $405K | 4.1% |
| Mozambique | $294K | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $173K | 1.7% |
| Mauritius | $139K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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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 6505: Hats and other headgear; knitted or crocheted, or made up from lace, felt or other textile fabric, in the piece (but not in strips), whether or not lined or trimmed; hair-nets of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed.
Common questions
What is the value of knitted and crocheted hats imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported knitted and crocheted hats worth $61.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 220 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply knitted and crocheted hats to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($51.8 million), followed by Vietnam (5%) and Italy (2%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 112 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 96% on the year.
What is the average import price of knitted and crocheted hats per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.64 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $26.06 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of knitted and crocheted hats to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $42.7 million in 2017 to $61.7 million in 2024, an increase of 44%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export knitted and crocheted hats?
Yes. South Africa exported $9.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $51.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for knitted and crocheted hats?
The HS code for knitted and crocheted hats is heading 6505. In South Africa all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 6505.00. It sits in HS chapter 65 (headgear and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6505 page.
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