Multi-colour synthetic warp knit imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $5.2 million of multi-colour synthetic warp knit in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 144 countries. Value rose 213% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
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 | $5.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 296 t |
| 2022 | $1.6M | 263 t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 451 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 605 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 232 t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 435 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 405 t |
Where South Africa imports multi-colour synthetic warp knit from
Most of the value came from Hungary (40%), Italy (29%), China (12%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+463% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hungary | $2.0M | 40% |
| Italy | $1.5M | 29% |
| China | $607K | 12% |
| Israel | $468K | 9.1% |
| Germany | $305K | 5.9% |
| Slovakia | $141K | 2.7% |
| Poland | $88K | 1.7% |
| South Korea | $19K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.28 per kg, close to the world average of $4.85.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa multi-colour synthetic warp knit imports (HS 6005.38): 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 6005.38: Fabrics: warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, yarns of different colours.
Common questions
What is the value of multi-colour synthetic warp knit imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported multi-colour synthetic warp knit worth $5.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 144 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 213% on 2023.
Which countries supply multi-colour synthetic warp knit to South Africa?
Hungary was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Italy (29%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 463% on the year.
What is the average import price of multi-colour synthetic warp knit per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.28 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $4.85 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of multi-colour synthetic warp knit to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $5.2 million in 2024, an increase of 184%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for multi-colour synthetic warp knit?
The HS code for multi-colour synthetic warp knit is subheading 6005.38. It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6005 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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