Men's synthetic knit underpants imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $629.1 million of men's synthetic knit underpants in 2024 (20.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 206 countries for imports of this product. That is 24% 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 | $629.1M | 20.8K t |
| 2023 | $505.7M | 29.6K t |
| 2022 | $691.4M | 35.9K t |
| 2021 | $654.7M | 37.8K t |
| 2020 | $422.3M | 22.3K t |
| 2019 | $447.3M | 14.8K t |
| 2018 | $467.2M | 17.8K t |
| 2017 | $378.4M | 19.2K t |
Where the United States imports men's synthetic knit underpants from
Most of the value came from China (38%), Vietnam (25%), India (11%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+94% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $238.5M | 38% |
| Vietnam | $155.3M | 25% |
| India | $66.5M | 11% |
| Sri Lanka | $41.4M | 6.6% |
| Bangladesh | $34.2M | 5.4% |
| Indonesia | $22.7M | 3.6% |
| Egypt | $14.4M | 2.3% |
| Cambodia | $10.0M | 1.6% |
| El Salvador | $9.6M | 1.5% |
| Haiti | $5.4M | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $30.25 per kg, 32% above the world average of $22.89. 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.
Men's synthetic knit underpants exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported men's synthetic knit underpants worth $13.2 million (206 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Mexico (50%), Canada (19%), Germany (4%). Among the main buyer markets, Costa Rica grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $6.6M | 50% |
| Canada | $2.5M | 19% |
| Germany | $532K | 4% |
| Netherlands | $498K | 3.8% |
| Costa Rica | $450K | 3.4% |
| Guatemala | $366K | 2.8% |
| Panama | $225K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $192K | 1.5% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $185K | 1.4% |
| Colombia | $183K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States men's synthetic knit underpants imports (HS 6107.12): 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 6107.12: Underpants and briefs: men's or boys', of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of men's synthetic knit underpants imported by the United States?
The United States imported men's synthetic knit underpants worth $629.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 206 countries worldwide, with 37% of world imports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply men's synthetic knit underpants to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($238.5 million), followed by Vietnam (25%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 74 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 94% on the year.
What is the average import price of men's synthetic knit underpants per kg?
The average declared import value was about $30.25 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $22.89 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of men's synthetic knit underpants to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $378.4 million in 2017 to $629.1 million in 2024, an increase of 66%. The peak was 2022 at $691.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $524.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export men's synthetic knit underpants?
Yes. The United States exported $13.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Germany. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $615.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for men's synthetic knit underpants?
The HS code for men's synthetic knit underpants is subheading 6107.12. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6107 page.
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