Sheer women's hosiery imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $12.0 million of sheer women's hosiery in 2024 (360 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 187 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 49% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $27.1 million.
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 | $12.0M | 360 t |
| 2023 | $23.6M | 624 t |
| 2022 | $27.1M | 801 t |
| 2021 | $18.8M | 737 t |
| 2020 | $16.4M | 726 t |
| 2019 | $19.6M | 771 t |
| 2018 | $21.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $22.5M | 1.1K t |
Where the United States imports sheer women's hosiery from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 66% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.9M | 66% |
| Pakistan | $1.2M | 9.8% |
| Taiwan | $867K | 7.3% |
| Italy | $779K | 6.5% |
| Germany | $335K | 2.8% |
| Brazil | $191K | 1.6% |
| Austria | $187K | 1.6% |
| Canada | $94K | 0.8% |
| Mexico | $61K | 0.5% |
| Sweden | $54K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $33.24 per kg, 55% above the world average of $21.39. 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.
Sheer women's hosiery exports from the United States
The United States exported $426 thousand of sheer women's hosiery in 2024 (34 tonnes). Most of it went to Canada (14%), Germany (10%), Netherlands (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%. Among the main buyer markets, Bolivia grew fastest (+282% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $59K | 14% |
| Germany | $44K | 10% |
| Netherlands | $39K | 9.1% |
| Peru | $34K | 7.9% |
| Bahamas | $32K | 7.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $25K | 5.9% |
| Bolivia | $24K | 5.6% |
| Mexico | $18K | 4.3% |
| El Salvador | $14K | 3.3% |
| Thailand | $14K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States sheer women's hosiery imports (HS 6115.30): 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 6115.30: Hosiery: women's, full-length or knee-length (other than graduated compression hosiery), measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of sheer women's hosiery imported by the United States?
The United States imported sheer women's hosiery worth $12.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 360 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 187 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply sheer women's hosiery to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($7.9 million), followed by Pakistan (10%) and Taiwan (7%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 679% on the year.
What is the average import price of sheer women's hosiery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $33.24 per kg in 2024, 55% above the world average of $21.39 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of sheer women's hosiery to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $22.5 million in 2017 to $12.0 million in 2024, a fall of 47%. The peak was 2022 at $27.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export sheer women's hosiery?
Yes. The United States exported $426 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Germany and the Netherlands. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $11.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for sheer women's hosiery?
The HS code for sheer women's hosiery is subheading 6115.30. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6115 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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