Women's skirts (other materials) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported women's skirts (other materials) worth $4.2 million (462 tonnes). That is 10% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $6.0 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 | $4.2M | 462 t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 99 t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 84 t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 56 t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 71 t |
| 2019 | $6.0M | 113 t |
| 2018 | $4.5M | 98 t |
| 2017 | $4.1M | 92 t |
Where South Africa imports women's skirts (other materials) from
Most of the value came from China (29%), Eswatini (28%), Lesotho (26%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+265% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 29% |
| Eswatini | $1.2M | 28% |
| Lesotho | $1.1M | 26% |
| Italy | $140K | 3.4% |
| Vietnam | $97K | 2.3% |
| Morocco | $93K | 2.2% |
| India | $80K | 1.9% |
| Spain | $46K | 1.1% |
| Cambodia | $36K | 0.9% |
| Bangladesh | $33K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.99 per kg, 71% below the world average of $30.61, 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.
Women's skirts (other materials) exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $2.4 million of women's skirts (other materials) in 2024 (136 tonnes). Most of it went to Namibia (43%), Botswana (30%), Eswatini (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+197% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $1.0M | 43% |
| Botswana | $742K | 30% |
| Eswatini | $315K | 13% |
| Lesotho | $127K | 5.2% |
| Mozambique | $113K | 4.6% |
| Italy | $25K | 1% |
| Zimbabwe | $21K | 0.9% |
| Zambia | $19K | 0.8% |
| France | $19K | 0.8% |
| Seychelles | $7K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa women's skirts (other materials) imports (HS 6204.59): 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 6204.59: Skirts and divided skirts: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.5 (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of women's skirts (other materials) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported women's skirts (other materials) worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 462 tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 208 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply women's skirts (other materials) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Eswatini (28%) and Lesotho (26%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 73 supplier countries in total. Bangladesh grew fastest among the top ten, up 504% on the year.
What is the average import price of women's skirts (other materials) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.99 per kg in 2024, 71% below the world average of $30.61 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of women's skirts (other materials) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.1 million in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024, an increase of 1%. The peak was 2019 at $6.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.0 million a year.
Does South Africa also export women's skirts (other materials)?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for women's skirts (other materials)?
The HS code for women's skirts (other materials) is subheading 6204.59. 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?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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