Synthetic women's jackets imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $18.4 million of synthetic women's jackets in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 66% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $18.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $11.1M | 312 t |
| 2022 | $13.5M | 389 t |
| 2021 | $8.2M | 239 t |
| 2020 | $9.5M | 237 t |
| 2019 | $16.0M | 469 t |
| 2018 | $14.0M | 352 t |
| 2017 | $9.0M | 259 t |
Where South Africa imports synthetic women's jackets from
Most of the value came from China (38%), Lesotho (32%), Eswatini (17%). Among the main suppliers, Eswatini grew fastest (+83% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.1M | 38% |
| Lesotho | $5.9M | 32% |
| Eswatini | $3.1M | 17% |
| Morocco | $493K | 2.7% |
| Vietnam | $403K | 2.2% |
| Bangladesh | $353K | 1.9% |
| United States | $241K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $112K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $107K | 0.6% |
| India | $77K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.56 per kg, 67% below the world average of $32.34, 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.
Synthetic women's jackets exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $1.6 million of synthetic women's jackets in 2024 (40 tonnes). Most of it went to Botswana (23%), Namibia (23%), Eswatini (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+224% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $384K | 23% |
| Namibia | $377K | 23% |
| Eswatini | $251K | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $231K | 14% |
| Lesotho | $178K | 11% |
| Zambia | $91K | 5.5% |
| Mozambique | $26K | 1.6% |
| Kenya | $26K | 1.6% |
| France | $22K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $16K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa synthetic women's jackets imports (HS 6204.33): 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 6204.33: Jackets and blazers: women's or girls', of synthetic fibres (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic women's jackets imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported synthetic women's jackets worth $18.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 208 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 66% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic women's jackets to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by Lesotho (32%) and Eswatini (17%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 698% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic women's jackets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.56 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $32.34 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic women's jackets to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.0 million in 2017 to $18.4 million in 2024, an increase of 104%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export synthetic women's jackets?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $16.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic women's jackets?
The HS code for synthetic women's jackets is subheading 6204.33. 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 6204 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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