Men's synthetic knit shirt imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $22.3 million of men's synthetic knit shirt in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 10% more than in 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 | $22.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $20.3M | 567 t |
| 2022 | $21.1M | 569 t |
| 2021 | $15.0M | 422 t |
| 2020 | $11.5M | 342 t |
| 2019 | $18.8M | 611 t |
| 2018 | $18.5M | 573 t |
| 2017 | $17.5M | 546 t |
Where South Africa imports men's synthetic knit shirt from
The largest suppliers were China (43%), Madagascar (17%), Mauritius (7%). Among the main suppliers, Cambodia grew fastest (+466% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.5M | 43% |
| Madagascar | $3.7M | 17% |
| Mauritius | $1.5M | 6.9% |
| Vietnam | $1.4M | 6.3% |
| Eswatini | $1.3M | 5.9% |
| Lesotho | $915K | 4.1% |
| India | $813K | 3.6% |
| Jordan | $498K | 2.2% |
| Cambodia | $481K | 2.2% |
| Tanzania | $361K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.55 per kg, 59% below the world average of $28.45, 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 synthetic knit shirt exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported men's synthetic knit shirt worth $2.2 million (56 tonnes). Most of it went to Namibia (26%), Botswana (21%), Zambia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+407% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $578K | 26% |
| Botswana | $474K | 22% |
| Zambia | $332K | 15% |
| Lesotho | $188K | 8.5% |
| Eswatini | $187K | 8.5% |
| DR Congo | $86K | 3.9% |
| Mozambique | $65K | 2.9% |
| Australia | $38K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $35K | 1.6% |
| Angola | $32K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa men's synthetic knit shirt imports (HS 6105.20): 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 6105.20: Shirts: men's or boys', of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of men's synthetic knit shirt imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported men's synthetic knit shirt worth $22.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 216 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply men's synthetic knit shirt to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($9.5 million), followed by Madagascar (17%) and Mauritius (7%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 78 supplier countries in total. Cambodia grew fastest among the top ten, up 466% on the year.
What is the average import price of men's synthetic knit shirt per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.55 per kg in 2024, 59% below the world average of $28.45 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of men's synthetic knit shirt to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.5 million in 2017 to $22.3 million in 2024, an increase of 28%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $18.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export men's synthetic knit shirt?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $20.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for men's synthetic knit shirt?
The HS code for men's synthetic knit shirt is subheading 6105.20. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6105 page.
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