Tights of natural materials imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $5.1 million of tights of natural materials in 2024 (468 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 6% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $7.6 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 | $5.1M | 468 t |
| 2023 | $4.8M | 577 t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 553 t |
| 2021 | $6.6M | 893 t |
| 2020 | $6.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $7.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $7.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $6.5M | 1.7K t |
Where South Africa imports tights of natural materials from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 80% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.1M | 80% |
| India | $752K | 15% |
| Eswatini | $100K | 2% |
| Italy | $74K | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $17K | 0.3% |
| Vietnam | $14K | 0.3% |
| South Korea | $12K | 0.2% |
| Lesotho | $11K | 0.2% |
| Pakistan | $9K | 0.2% |
| Serbia | $7K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.87 per kg, 33% below the world average of $16.21, 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.
Tights of natural materials exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported tights of natural materials worth $1.3 million (154 tonnes). Most of it went to Namibia (33%), Botswana (31%), Lesotho (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+31% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $416K | 33% |
| Botswana | $388K | 31% |
| Lesotho | $192K | 15% |
| Eswatini | $168K | 13% |
| Bahrain | $28K | 2.2% |
| Zambia | $24K | 1.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $13K | 1% |
| Mozambique | $7K | 0.6% |
| United States | $6K | 0.5% |
| Mauritius | $6K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa tights of natural materials imports (HS 6115.29): 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 6115.29: Hosiery: panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of textile materials (other than synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of tights of natural materials imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported tights of natural materials worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 468 tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 196 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply tights of natural materials to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by India (15%) and Eswatini (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. Eswatini grew fastest among the top ten, up 287% on the year.
What is the average import price of tights of natural materials per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.87 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $16.21 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of tights of natural materials to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.5 million in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024, a fall of 22%. The peak was 2018 at $7.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export tights of natural materials?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.3 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 $3.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for tights of natural materials?
The HS code for tights of natural materials is subheading 6115.29. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6115 page.
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