Synthetic women's trousers imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic women's trousers by South Africa reached $32.6 million in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Value rose 70% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $32.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $19.2M | 587 t |
| 2022 | $20.3M | 595 t |
| 2021 | $14.9M | 433 t |
| 2020 | $11.3M | 344 t |
| 2019 | $15.7M | 514 t |
| 2018 | $13.5M | 421 t |
| 2017 | $12.0M | 377 t |
Where South Africa imports synthetic women's trousers from
Most of the value came from China (31%), Lesotho (27%), Eswatini (25%). Among the main suppliers, Lesotho grew fastest (+482% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.1M | 31% |
| Lesotho | $8.7M | 27% |
| Eswatini | $8.2M | 25% |
| Vietnam | $1.8M | 5.4% |
| Bangladesh | $674K | 2.1% |
| Cambodia | $456K | 1.4% |
| India | $333K | 1% |
| Turkey | $312K | 1% |
| Indonesia | $310K | 1% |
| Morocco | $249K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.80 per kg, 54% below the world average of $30.00, 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 trousers exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $2.8 million of synthetic women's trousers in 2024 (77 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (30%), Botswana (24%), Lesotho (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+126% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $847K | 30% |
| Botswana | $684K | 24% |
| Lesotho | $373K | 13% |
| Eswatini | $278K | 9.9% |
| Zambia | $140K | 5% |
| Mozambique | $130K | 4.6% |
| Kenya | $74K | 2.6% |
| Ghana | $45K | 1.6% |
| France | $30K | 1.1% |
| Tanzania | $29K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa synthetic women's trousers imports (HS 6204.63): 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 6204.63: Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: women's or girls', of synthetic fibres (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic women's trousers imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported synthetic women's trousers worth $32.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 70% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic women's trousers to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($10.1 million), followed by Lesotho (27%) and Eswatini (25%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 84 supplier countries in total. Lesotho grew fastest among the top ten, up 482% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic women's trousers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.80 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $30.00 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 trousers to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.0 million in 2017 to $32.6 million in 2024, an increase of 172%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $17.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export synthetic women's trousers?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and Lesotho. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $29.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic women's trousers?
The HS code for synthetic women's trousers is subheading 6204.63. 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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