Men's cotton knit trousers imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $1.09 billion of men's cotton knit trousers in 2024 (49.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 214 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 8% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $1.69 billion.
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 | $1.09B | 49.5K t |
| 2023 | $1.01B | 60.9K t |
| 2022 | $1.69B | 100.5K t |
| 2021 | $1.51B | 104.9K t |
| 2020 | $861.1M | 53.6K t |
| 2019 | $894.1M | 42.2K t |
| 2018 | $800.0M | 48.6K t |
| 2017 | $641.7M | 45.9K t |
Where the United States imports men's cotton knit trousers from
Most of the value came from Vietnam (24%), Cambodia (11%), Bangladesh (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 45%. Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.13 per kg, close to the world average of $19.78.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Men's cotton knit trousers exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported men's cotton knit trousers worth $25.1 million (569 tonnes). Most of it went to Canada (26%), Mexico (18%), Hong Kong (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Nicaragua grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $6.6M | 26% |
| Mexico | $4.6M | 18% |
| Hong Kong | $1.8M | 7.1% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 4.5% |
| China | $1.1M | 4.3% |
| Nicaragua | $906K | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $734K | 2.9% |
| Italy | $716K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $683K | 2.7% |
| South Korea | $574K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States men's cotton knit trousers imports (HS 6103.42): 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 6103.42: Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of cotton, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of men's cotton knit trousers imported by the United States?
The United States imported men's cotton knit trousers worth $1.09 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 49.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 214 countries worldwide, with 21% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply men's cotton knit trousers to the United States?
Vietnam was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($259.1 million), followed by Cambodia (11%) and Bangladesh (11%). The top three together account for 45%, out of 99 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 98% on the year.
What is the average import price of men's cotton knit trousers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.13 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $19.78 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of men's cotton knit trousers to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $641.7 million in 2017 to $1.09 billion in 2024, an increase of 71%. The peak was 2022 at $1.69 billion. Over 8 years the average was $1.06 billion a year.
Does the United States also export men's cotton knit trousers?
Yes. The United States exported $25.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Hong Kong. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $1.07 billion a year.
What is the HS code for men's cotton knit trousers?
The HS code for men's cotton knit trousers is subheading 6103.42. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6103 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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