Textile label exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported textile label worth $4.7 million (485 tonnes). Value fell 5% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4.7M | 485 t |
| 2023 | $5.0M | 801 t |
| 2022 | $4.4M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $4.5M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 415 t |
| 2018 | $4.3M | 522 t |
| 2017 | $4.2M | 555 t |
Where South Africa exports textile label to
Most of it went to Lesotho (41%), Eswatini (39%), Namibia (4%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Lesotho | $1.9M | 41% |
| Eswatini | $1.8M | 39% |
| Namibia | $167K | 3.6% |
| Botswana | $162K | 3.4% |
| Madagascar | $125K | 2.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $99K | 2.1% |
| Tanzania | $72K | 1.5% |
| Angola | $71K | 1.5% |
| Mozambique | $57K | 1.2% |
| Ghana | $27K | 0.6% |
Product types under HS 5807
| 5807.10 | Labels, badges and similar articles: woven, of textile materials, in the piece, in strips or cut to shape or size, not embroidered | 61% |
| 5807.90 | Labels, badges and similar articles: (other than woven), of textile materials, in the piece, in strips or cut to shape or size, not embroidered | 39% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5807.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.68 per kg, 58% below the world average of $23.17, 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.
Textile label imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported textile label worth $1.8 million (91 tonnes). Most of the value came from China (45%), Taiwan (25%), India (7%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $804K | 45% |
| Taiwan | $443K | 25% |
| India | $131K | 7.4% |
| Germany | $70K | 3.9% |
| Lesotho | $66K | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $47K | 2.7% |
| Mauritius | $35K | 2% |
| Italy | $31K | 1.7% |
| Thailand | $25K | 1.4% |
| Hong Kong | $21K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 5807: Labels, badges and similar articles; of textile materials, in the piece, in strips or cut to shape or size, not embroidered.
Common questions
What is the value of textile label exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported textile label worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 485 tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 160 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy textile label from South Africa?
Lesotho was the largest buyer with 41% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Eswatini (39%) and Namibia (4%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 54 buyer countries in total. Ghana grew fastest among the top ten, up 496% on the year.
What is the average export price of textile label per kg?
The average declared export value was about $9.68 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $23.17 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 exports of textile label from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.2 million in 2017 to $4.7 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. The peak was 2023 at $5.0 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also import textile label?
Yes. South Africa imported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Taiwan and India. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for textile label?
The HS code for textile label is heading 5807. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 5807.10 (61% of the value) and 5807.90 (39%). It sits in HS chapter 58 (fabrics; special woven fabrics, tufted textile fabrics, lace, tapestries, trimmings, embroidery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5807 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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