Men's overcoat imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $50.2 million of men's overcoat in 2024 (3.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 14% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $73.1 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 | $50.2M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $58.3M | 3.4K t |
| 2022 | $73.1M | 3.7K t |
| 2021 | $52.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $39.1M | 907 t |
| 2019 | $52.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $46.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $40.8M | 1.4K t |
Where South Africa imports men's overcoat from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Eswatini grew fastest (+47% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $38.9M | 78% |
| Eswatini | $2.5M | 5% |
| Vietnam | $1.8M | 3.6% |
| Bangladesh | $1.4M | 2.8% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 2.5% |
| Cambodia | $677K | 1.4% |
| Madagascar | $449K | 0.9% |
| Indonesia | $413K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $395K | 0.8% |
| Lesotho | $261K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 6201
| 6201.93 | Anoraks (including ski-jackets), wind-cheaters, wind-jackets and similar articles: men's or boys', of man-made fibres, other than those of heading… | 76% |
| 6201.99 | Anoraks (including ski-jackets), wind-cheaters, wind-jackets and similar articles: men's or boys', of textile materials (other than wool or fine… | 15% |
| 6201.92 | Anoraks (including ski-jackets), wind-cheaters, wind-jackets and similar articles: men's or boys', of cotton, other than those of heading no. 6203… | 7.5% |
| 6201.11 | Coats: men's or boys', overcoats, raincoats, car-coats, capes, cloaks and similar articles, of wool or fine animal hair, other than those of heading… | 1.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6201.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.70 per kg, 63% below the world average of $36.55, 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 overcoat exports from South Africa
Exports of men's overcoat by South Africa reached $5.7 million in 2024 (259 tonnes). Most of it went to Namibia (22%), Botswana (20%), Lesotho (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+240% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $1.3M | 22% |
| Botswana | $1.1M | 20% |
| Lesotho | $674K | 12% |
| Eswatini | $633K | 11% |
| Mozambique | $343K | 6.1% |
| Zambia | $334K | 5.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $266K | 4.7% |
| Tanzania | $242K | 4.3% |
| DR Congo | $171K | 3% |
| Italy | $160K | 2.8% |
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 6201: Overcoats, car-coats, capes, cloaks, anoraks (including ski-jackets), wind-cheaters, wind-jackets and similar articles, men's or boys', other than those of heading no. 6203 (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of men's overcoat imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported men's overcoat worth $50.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply men's overcoat to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($38.9 million), followed by Eswatini (5%) and Vietnam (4%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 91 supplier countries in total. Madagascar grew fastest among the top ten, up 151% on the year.
What is the average import price of men's overcoat per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.70 per kg in 2024, 63% below the world average of $36.55 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 men's overcoat to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $40.8 million in 2017 to $50.2 million in 2024, an increase of 23%. The peak was 2022 at $73.1 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export men's overcoat?
Yes. South Africa exported $5.7 million 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 $44.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for men's overcoat?
The HS code for men's overcoat is heading 6201. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 6201.93 (76% of the value) and 6201.99 (15%). It sits in HS chapter 62 (apparel and clothing accessories; not knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6201 page.
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