Men's knit bathrobe (other fibres) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of men's knit bathrobe (other fibres) by South Africa reached $2.0 million in 2024 (395 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $3.3 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 | $2.0M | 395 t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 160 t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 239 t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 209 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 192 t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 207 t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 192 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 121 t |
Where South Africa imports men's knit bathrobe (other fibres) from
China alone supplied 97% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.9M | 97% |
| Lesotho | $32K | 1.6% |
| Eswatini | $10K | 0.5% |
| India | $4K | 0.2% |
| Singapore | $2K | 0.1% |
| Ukraine | $2K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $1K | 0.1% |
| United States | $1K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0.1% |
| Bangladesh | $1K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.08 per kg, 56% below the world average of $11.59, 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.
Men's knit bathrobe (other fibres) exports from South Africa
Exports of men's knit bathrobe (other fibres) by South Africa reached $478 thousand in 2024 (35 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (40%), Botswana (26%), Lesotho (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $192K | 40% |
| Botswana | $122K | 26% |
| Lesotho | $50K | 11% |
| Eswatini | $36K | 7.5% |
| Kenya | $19K | 4% |
| Zambia | $19K | 3.9% |
| Mauritius | $8K | 1.7% |
| DR Congo | $8K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $7K | 1.5% |
| Mozambique | $6K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa men's knit bathrobe (other fibres) imports (HS 6107.99): 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 6107.99: Bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles: men's or boys', of textile materials (other than cotton), knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of men's knit bathrobe (other fibres) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported men's knit bathrobe (other fibres) worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 395 tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 182 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply men's knit bathrobe (other fibres) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Lesotho (2%) and Eswatini (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Bangladesh grew fastest among the top ten, up 359% on the year.
What is the average import price of men's knit bathrobe (other fibres) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.08 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $11.59 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of men's knit bathrobe (other fibres) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, an increase of 35%. The peak was 2022 at $3.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also export men's knit bathrobe (other fibres)?
Yes. South Africa exported $478 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and Lesotho. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for men's knit bathrobe (other fibres)?
The HS code for men's knit bathrobe (other fibres) is subheading 6107.99. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6107 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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