Hosiery imports in Yemen: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Yemen imported hosiery worth $8.7 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). That is 27% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $16.3 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 | $8.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $12.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $13.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $12.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $12.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $16.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $13.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $10.2M | 1.5K t |
Product types under HS 6115
| 6115.96 | Hosiery and footwear: without applied soles, of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted (excluding graduated compression hosiery, panty hose, tights… | 81% |
| 6115.22 | Hosiery: panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of synthetic fibres, measuring per single yarn 67 decitex or more, knitted… | 13% |
| 6115.21 | Hosiery: panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of synthetic fibres, measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex… | 3.2% |
| 6115.95 | Hosiery and footwear: without applied soles, of cotton, knitted or crocheted (excluding graduated compression hosiery, panty hose, tights, full or… | 1.4% |
| 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… | 0.9% |
| 6115.94 | Hosiery and footwear: without applied soles, of wool or fine animal hair, knitted or crocheted (excluding graduated compression hosiery, panty hose… | 0.7% |
| 6115.10 | Graduated compression hosiery (for example, stockings for varicose veins), knitted or crocheted | 0.2% |
| 6115.29 | Hosiery: panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of textile materials (other than synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6115.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.30 per kg, 65% below the world average of $15.07, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Yemen?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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: Hosiery; panty hose, tights, stockings, socks and other hosiery, including graduated compression hosiery (for example, stockings for varicose veins) and footwear without applied soles, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of hosiery imported by Yemen?
Yemen imported hosiery worth $8.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 89th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply hosiery to Yemen?
China was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($8.5 million), followed by Egypt (1%) and Turkey (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 579% on the year.
What is the average import price of hosiery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.30 per kg in 2024, 65% below the world average of $15.07 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of hosiery to Yemen changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.2 million in 2017 to $8.7 million in 2024, a fall of 15%. The peak was 2019 at $16.3 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for hosiery?
The HS code for hosiery is heading 6115. In Yemen the largest six-digit codes were 6115.96 (81% of the value) and 6115.22 (13%). 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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