Women's synthetic knit briefs imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of women's synthetic knit briefs by South Africa reached $26.7 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 17% more than in 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 | $26.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $22.9M | 428 t |
| 2022 | $26.6M | 465 t |
| 2021 | $27.9M | 515 t |
| 2020 | $19.3M | 373 t |
| 2019 | $24.6M | 506 t |
| 2018 | $23.6M | 459 t |
| 2017 | $21.4M | 424 t |
Where South Africa imports women's synthetic knit briefs from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 93% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $24.8M | 93% |
| Hong Kong | $892K | 3.3% |
| Vietnam | $272K | 1% |
| Indonesia | $262K | 1% |
| Bangladesh | $223K | 0.8% |
| Slovakia | $78K | 0.3% |
| Australia | $54K | 0.2% |
| Sri Lanka | $52K | 0.2% |
| United States | $33K | 0.1% |
| Madagascar | $20K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.40 per kg, 42% below the world average of $33.70, 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 synthetic knit briefs exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $4.0 million of women's synthetic knit briefs in 2024 (99 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (35%), Botswana (28%), Eswatini (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Eswatini grew fastest (+188% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $1.4M | 35% |
| Botswana | $1.1M | 28% |
| Eswatini | $444K | 11% |
| Lesotho | $354K | 8.8% |
| Kenya | $197K | 4.9% |
| Zambia | $155K | 3.9% |
| Mozambique | $98K | 2.4% |
| Mauritius | $80K | 2% |
| Tanzania | $47K | 1.2% |
| Uganda | $29K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa women's synthetic knit briefs imports (HS 6108.22): 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 6108.22: Briefs and panties: women's or girls', of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of women's synthetic knit briefs imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported women's synthetic knit briefs worth $26.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 201 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply women's synthetic knit briefs to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 93% of the value ($24.8 million), followed by Hong Kong (3%) and Vietnam (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 63 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 294% on the year.
What is the average import price of women's synthetic knit briefs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.40 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $33.70 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of women's synthetic knit briefs to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.4 million in 2017 to $26.7 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. The peak was 2021 at $27.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export women's synthetic knit briefs?
Yes. South Africa exported $4.0 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 $22.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for women's synthetic knit briefs?
The HS code for women's synthetic knit briefs is subheading 6108.22. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6108 page.
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