Women's suits (other materials) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported women's suits (other materials) worth $2.2 million (64 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 453% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $2.2M | 65 t |
| 2023 | $405K | 74 t |
| 2022 | $424K | 9 t |
| 2021 | $395K | 10 t |
| 2020 | $305K | 34 t |
| 2019 | $421K | 13 t |
| 2018 | $473K | 13 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 109 t |
Where South Africa imports women's suits (other materials) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.8M | 79% |
| Myanmar | $127K | 5.7% |
| India | $124K | 5.6% |
| Lesotho | $84K | 3.7% |
| Turkey | $30K | 1.3% |
| Romania | $29K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $19K | 0.9% |
| Poland | $8K | 0.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $7K | 0.3% |
| United States | $7K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.65 per kg, 47% above the world average of $23.61. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Women's suits (other materials) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported women's suits (other materials) worth $569 thousand (22 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (25%), Eswatini (25%), Botswana (16%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $144K | 25% |
| Eswatini | $140K | 25% |
| Botswana | $93K | 16% |
| Zambia | $44K | 7.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $40K | 7% |
| Tanzania | $26K | 4.6% |
| DR Congo | $21K | 3.7% |
| Lesotho | $18K | 3.2% |
| Malawi | $7K | 1.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $7K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa women's suits (other materials) imports (HS 6204.19): 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 6204.19: Suits: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.1 (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of women's suits (other materials) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported women's suits (other materials) worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 64 tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 195 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 453% on 2023.
Which countries supply women's suits (other materials) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Myanmar (6%) and India (6%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 593% on the year.
What is the average import price of women's suits (other materials) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $34.65 per kg in 2024, 47% above the world average of $23.61 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of women's suits (other materials) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, an increase of 65%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $752 thousand a year.
Does South Africa also export women's suits (other materials)?
Yes. South Africa exported $569 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Eswatini and Botswana. 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 suits (other materials)?
The HS code for women's suits (other materials) is subheading 6204.19. 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?
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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