Women's synthetic swimwear imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of women's synthetic swimwear by South Africa reached $8.8 million in 2024 (578 tonnes). Value rose 14% 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 | $8.8M | 578 t |
| 2023 | $7.7M | 122 t |
| 2022 | $8.8M | 129 t |
| 2021 | $8.8M | 126 t |
| 2020 | $6.2M | 102 t |
| 2019 | $9.0M | 159 t |
| 2018 | $8.7M | 143 t |
| 2017 | $7.3M | 126 t |
Where South Africa imports women's synthetic swimwear from
China alone supplied 88% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.8M | 88% |
| Italy | $166K | 1.9% |
| Vietnam | $148K | 1.7% |
| Bangladesh | $134K | 1.5% |
| Cambodia | $68K | 0.8% |
| Sri Lanka | $57K | 0.7% |
| Portugal | $54K | 0.6% |
| Colombia | $49K | 0.6% |
| Mauritius | $45K | 0.5% |
| Tunisia | $31K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.26 per kg, 63% below the world average of $41.43, 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 swimwear exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported women's synthetic swimwear worth $406 thousand (7 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Botswana (40%), Namibia (32%), Eswatini (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Eswatini grew fastest (+377% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $161K | 40% |
| Namibia | $131K | 32% |
| Eswatini | $25K | 6.1% |
| Lesotho | $19K | 4.6% |
| Mauritius | $17K | 4.2% |
| Kenya | $10K | 2.5% |
| Mozambique | $10K | 2.5% |
| Tanzania | $7K | 1.8% |
| France | $5K | 1.3% |
| Zambia | $5K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa women's synthetic swimwear imports (HS 6112.41): 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 6112.41: Swimwear: women's or girls', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of women's synthetic swimwear imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported women's synthetic swimwear worth $8.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 578 tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply women's synthetic swimwear to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($7.8 million), followed by Italy (2%) and Vietnam (2%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 65 supplier countries in total. Mauritius grew fastest among the top ten, up 50% on the year.
What is the average import price of women's synthetic swimwear per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.26 per kg in 2024, 63% below the world average of $41.43 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 swimwear to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.3 million in 2017 to $8.8 million in 2024, an increase of 21%. The peak was 2019 at $9.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export women's synthetic swimwear?
Yes. South Africa exported $406 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $8.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for women's synthetic swimwear?
The HS code for women's synthetic swimwear is subheading 6112.41. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6112 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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