Technical women's garments imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of technical women's garments by South Africa reached $2.5 million in 2024 (152 tonnes). That is 18% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $10.2 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 | $2.5M | 152 t |
| 2023 | $2.1M | 114 t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 103 t |
| 2021 | $2.5M | 199 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 105 t |
| 2019 | $7.7M | 161 t |
| 2018 | $10.2M | 231 t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 216 t |
Where South Africa imports technical women's garments from
China alone supplied 64% of it. Among the main suppliers, Myanmar grew fastest (+39% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 64% |
| Lesotho | $243K | 9.8% |
| Eswatini | $201K | 8.1% |
| Myanmar | $87K | 3.5% |
| Bangladesh | $44K | 1.8% |
| Italy | $43K | 1.7% |
| Cambodia | $38K | 1.5% |
| Vietnam | $37K | 1.5% |
| Norway | $35K | 1.4% |
| Morocco | $23K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.31 per kg, 41% below the world average of $27.66, 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.
Technical women's garments exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $335 thousand of technical women's garments in 2024 (29 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (33%), Mozambique (13%), United Kingdom (12%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+485% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $110K | 33% |
| Mozambique | $42K | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $40K | 12% |
| Botswana | $34K | 10% |
| Eswatini | $19K | 5.8% |
| Malawi | $11K | 3.3% |
| Mauritania | $11K | 3.2% |
| Zambia | $9K | 2.6% |
| Lesotho | $9K | 2.5% |
| Benin | $6K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa technical women's garments imports (HS 6210.50): 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 6210.50: Garments: women's or girls', n.e.c. in item no. 6210.3, of the fabrics of heading no. 5602, 5603, 5903, 5906 or 5907 (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of technical women's garments imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported technical women's garments worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 152 tonnes. That ranks it 61st of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply technical women's garments to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Lesotho (10%) and Eswatini (8%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 68 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 193% on the year.
What is the average import price of technical women's garments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.31 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $27.66 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of technical women's garments to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, a fall of 18%. The peak was 2018 at $10.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.0 million a year.
Does South Africa also export technical women's garments?
Yes. South Africa exported $335 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Mozambique and the United Kingdom. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for technical women's garments?
The HS code for technical women's garments is subheading 6210.50. 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 6210 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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