Scarf and shawl imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of scarf and shawl by South Africa reached $7.2 million in 2024 (764 tonnes). Value rose 5% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $11.1 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 | $7.2M | 764 t |
| 2023 | $6.8M | 256 t |
| 2022 | $6.5M | 543 t |
| 2021 | $6.7M | 251 t |
| 2020 | $6.7M | 285 t |
| 2019 | $11.1M | 476 t |
| 2018 | $10.2M | 405 t |
| 2017 | $10.2M | 370 t |
Where South Africa imports scarf and shawl from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.8M | 68% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 16% |
| India | $798K | 11% |
| France | $96K | 1.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $54K | 0.8% |
| Vietnam | $54K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $35K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $33K | 0.5% |
| United States | $16K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $14K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 6214
| 6214.30 | Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like: of synthetic fibres (not knitted or crocheted) | 57% |
| 6214.10 | Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like: of silk or silk waste (not knitted or crocheted) | 17% |
| 6214.90 | Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like: of textile materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6214 (not knitted or crocheted) | 17% |
| 6214.20 | Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like: of wool or fine animal hair (not knitted or crocheted) | 5.8% |
| 6214.40 | Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like: of artificial fibres (not knitted or crocheted) | 2.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6214.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.36 per kg, 67% below the world average of $28.17, 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.
Scarf and shawl exports from South Africa
Exports of scarf and shawl by South Africa reached $1.7 million in 2024 (90 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Chad (29%), Botswana (16%), Namibia (16%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+602% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Chad | $491K | 29% |
| Botswana | $278K | 16% |
| Namibia | $277K | 16% |
| Eswatini | $141K | 8.3% |
| France | $98K | 5.8% |
| Lesotho | $88K | 5.2% |
| United States | $56K | 3.3% |
| Zambia | $40K | 2.4% |
| Kenya | $27K | 1.6% |
| Tanzania | $26K | 1.5% |
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 6214: Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of scarf and shawl imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported scarf and shawl worth $7.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 764 tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply scarf and shawl to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by Italy (16%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 81 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 735% on the year.
What is the average import price of scarf and shawl per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.36 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $28.17 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 scarf and shawl to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.2 million in 2017 to $7.2 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2019 at $11.1 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export scarf and shawl?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Chad, Botswana and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $5.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for scarf and shawl?
The HS code for scarf and shawl is heading 6214. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 6214.30 (57% of the value) and 6214.10 (17%). 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 6214 page.
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