Women's cotton knit briefs imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $591.0 million of women's cotton knit briefs in 2024 (20.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 211 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 10% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $841.1 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 | $591.0M | 20.3K t |
| 2023 | $657.0M | 27.8K t |
| 2022 | $806.9M | 36.3K t |
| 2021 | $841.1M | 42.1K t |
| 2020 | $570.7M | 26.7K t |
| 2019 | $690.3M | 26.4K t |
| 2018 | $669.6M | 29.5K t |
| 2017 | $669.6M | 31.0K t |
Where the United States imports women's cotton knit briefs from
The largest suppliers were Bangladesh (20%), Sri Lanka (14%), Thailand (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, El Salvador grew fastest (+93% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | $116.3M | 20% |
| Sri Lanka | $83.4M | 14% |
| Thailand | $81.6M | 14% |
| China | $70.4M | 12% |
| India | $62.7M | 11% |
| Vietnam | $62.5M | 11% |
| Honduras | $43.5M | 7.4% |
| Philippines | $15.6M | 2.6% |
| El Salvador | $12.3M | 2.1% |
| Mexico | $10.6M | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $29.09 per kg, 29% above the world average of $22.61. 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.
Women's cotton knit briefs exports from the United States
Exports of women's cotton knit briefs by the United States reached $14.0 million in 2024 (985 tonnes). Most of it went to Canada (19%), Israel (13%), United Arab Emirates (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, Guatemala grew fastest (+539% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $2.7M | 19% |
| Israel | $1.8M | 13% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.5M | 11% |
| Mexico | $1.3M | 9% |
| Netherlands | $862K | 6.2% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $620K | 4.4% |
| Guatemala | $591K | 4.2% |
| Malaysia | $560K | 4% |
| Panama | $441K | 3.2% |
| France | $343K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States women's cotton knit briefs imports (HS 6108.21): 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 6108.21: Briefs and panties: women's or girls', of cotton, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of women's cotton knit briefs imported by the United States?
The United States imported women's cotton knit briefs worth $591.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 211 countries worldwide, with 20% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply women's cotton knit briefs to the United States?
Bangladesh was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($116.3 million), followed by Sri Lanka (14%) and Thailand (14%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 76 supplier countries in total. El Salvador grew fastest among the top ten, up 93% on the year.
What is the average import price of women's cotton knit briefs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $29.09 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $22.61 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of women's cotton knit briefs to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $669.6 million in 2017 to $591.0 million in 2024, a fall of 12%. The peak was 2021 at $841.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $687.0 million a year.
Does the United States also export women's cotton knit briefs?
Yes. The United States exported $14.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Israel and the United Arab Emirates. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $577.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for women's cotton knit briefs?
The HS code for women's cotton knit briefs is subheading 6108.21. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6108 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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