Men's shirts (other materials) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of men's shirts (other materials) by South Africa reached $7.7 million in 2024 (314 tonnes). Value fell 11% from 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 | $7.7M | 314 t |
| 2023 | $8.7M | 162 t |
| 2022 | $8.7M | 163 t |
| 2021 | $7.5M | 145 t |
| 2020 | $7.6M | 158 t |
| 2019 | $8.7M | 181 t |
| 2018 | $5.9M | 125 t |
| 2017 | $6.3M | 136 t |
Where South Africa imports men's shirts (other materials) from
The largest suppliers were Eswatini (21%), China (19%), Indonesia (13%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+227% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Eswatini | $1.6M | 21% |
| China | $1.5M | 19% |
| Indonesia | $996K | 13% |
| Italy | $855K | 11% |
| India | $801K | 10% |
| Bangladesh | $438K | 5.7% |
| Vietnam | $408K | 5.3% |
| Lesotho | $366K | 4.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $192K | 2.5% |
| Turkey | $96K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.68 per kg, 33% below the world average of $36.95, 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 shirts (other materials) exports from South Africa
Exports of men's shirts (other materials) by South Africa reached $6.9 million in 2024 (286 tonnes). Most of it went to Namibia (35%), Botswana (20%), United Arab Emirates (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $2.4M | 35% |
| Botswana | $1.3M | 20% |
| United Arab Emirates | $830K | 12% |
| Eswatini | $584K | 8.5% |
| Mozambique | $318K | 4.6% |
| Zambia | $317K | 4.6% |
| Lesotho | $301K | 4.4% |
| Kenya | $103K | 1.5% |
| DR Congo | $102K | 1.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $89K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa men's shirts (other materials) imports (HS 6205.90): 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 6205.90: Shirts: men's or boys', of textile materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6205 (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of men's shirts (other materials) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported men's shirts (other materials) worth $7.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 314 tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply men's shirts (other materials) to South Africa?
Eswatini was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by China (19%) and Indonesia (13%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 81 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 227% on the year.
What is the average import price of men's shirts (other materials) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $24.68 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $36.95 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of men's shirts (other materials) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.3 million in 2017 to $7.7 million in 2024, an increase of 23%. The peak was 2023 at $8.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export men's shirts (other materials)?
Yes. South Africa exported $6.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and the United Arab Emirates. That compares with imports of $7.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for men's shirts (other materials)?
The HS code for men's shirts (other materials) is subheading 6205.90. 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 6205 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for South Africa. Tell us your product to see it live.
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