Fine animal hair knit sweater imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported fine animal hair knit sweater worth $57.6 million (768 tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 186 countries. Value rose 7% 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 | $57.6M | 768 t |
| 2023 | $53.7M | 642 t |
| 2022 | $56.2M | 646 t |
| 2021 | $49.6M | 637 t |
| 2020 | $35.4M | 522 t |
| 2019 | $49.4M | 697 t |
| 2018 | $42.7M | 485 t |
| 2017 | $57.9M | 722 t |
Where the United States imports fine animal hair knit sweater from
The largest suppliers were Peru (29%), China (25%), Italy (22%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+203% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Peru | $16.7M | 29% |
| China | $14.3M | 25% |
| Italy | $12.6M | 22% |
| France | $3.8M | 6.5% |
| Thailand | $2.0M | 3.5% |
| Cambodia | $1.8M | 3.1% |
| United Kingdom | $529K | 0.9% |
| Vietnam | $457K | 0.8% |
| Kenya | $421K | 0.7% |
| Portugal | $390K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $74.99 per kg, 70% above the world average of $44.10. 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.
Fine animal hair knit sweater exports from the United States
Exports of fine animal hair knit sweater by the United States reached $3.7 million in 2024 (72 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were China (20%), France (17%), Canada (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $724K | 20% |
| France | $640K | 17% |
| Canada | $510K | 14% |
| Bahamas | $283K | 7.7% |
| Guatemala | $238K | 6.5% |
| Netherlands | $209K | 5.7% |
| Italy | $143K | 3.9% |
| Hong Kong | $127K | 3.5% |
| Poland | $68K | 1.9% |
| Israel | $66K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States fine animal hair knit sweater imports (HS 6110.19): 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 6110.19: Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: knitted or crocheted, of fine animal hair other than that of kashmir (cashmere) goats.
Common questions
What is the value of fine animal hair knit sweater imported by the United States?
The United States imported fine animal hair knit sweater worth $57.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 768 tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 186 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply fine animal hair knit sweater to the United States?
Peru was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($16.7 million), followed by China (25%) and Italy (22%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 79 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 203% on the year.
What is the average import price of fine animal hair knit sweater per kg?
The average declared import value was about $74.99 per kg in 2024, 70% above the world average of $44.10 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of fine animal hair knit sweater to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $57.9 million in 2017 to $57.6 million in 2024, a fall of 0%. The peak was 2017 at $57.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $50.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export fine animal hair knit sweater?
Yes. The United States exported $3.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, France and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $53.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for fine animal hair knit sweater?
The HS code for fine animal hair knit sweater is subheading 6110.19. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6110 page.
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