Men's knit trousers (other fibres) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $5.7 million of men's knit trousers (other fibres) in 2024 (151 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 16% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $5.7M | 151 t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 160 t |
| 2022 | $6.7M | 233 t |
| 2021 | $6.3M | 247 t |
| 2020 | $5.2M | 186 t |
| 2019 | $5.1M | 215 t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 232 t |
| 2017 | $5.2M | 212 t |
Where South Africa exports men's knit trousers (other fibres) to
Botswana alone took 55% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Eswatini grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $3.1M | 55% |
| Namibia | $1.4M | 25% |
| Eswatini | $423K | 7.4% |
| DR Congo | $206K | 3.6% |
| Lesotho | $180K | 3.2% |
| Mozambique | $103K | 1.8% |
| Zambia | $71K | 1.2% |
| Angola | $50K | 0.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $30K | 0.5% |
| Kenya | $24K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $37.80 per kg, 96% above the world average of $19.31. 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.
Men's knit trousers (other fibres) imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $3.9 million of men's knit trousers (other fibres) in 2024 (256 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Eswatini (31%), China (26%), Lesotho (14%). Among the main suppliers, Madagascar grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Eswatini | $1.2M | 31% |
| China | $1.0M | 26% |
| Lesotho | $530K | 14% |
| India | $473K | 12% |
| Vietnam | $235K | 6% |
| Pakistan | $92K | 2.3% |
| Italy | $81K | 2.1% |
| Madagascar | $62K | 1.6% |
| Bangladesh | $39K | 1% |
| Sri Lanka | $26K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa men's knit trousers (other fibres) exports (HS 6103.49): 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 6103.49: Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of textile materials (other than wool or fine animal hair, cotton or synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of men's knit trousers (other fibres) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported men's knit trousers (other fibres) worth $5.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 151 tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 161 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries buy men's knit trousers (other fibres) from South Africa?
Botswana was the largest buyer with 55% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Namibia (25%) and Eswatini (7%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 41 buyer countries in total. Angola grew fastest among the top ten, up 352% on the year.
What is the average export price of men's knit trousers (other fibres) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $37.80 per kg in 2024, 96% above the world average of $19.31 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of men's knit trousers (other fibres) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.2 million in 2017 to $5.7 million in 2024, an increase of 10%. The peak was 2022 at $6.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also import men's knit trousers (other fibres)?
Yes. South Africa imported $3.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Eswatini, China and Lesotho. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for men's knit trousers (other fibres)?
The HS code for men's knit trousers (other fibres) is subheading 6103.49. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6103 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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