Worn clothing imports in Yemen: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Yemen imported worn clothing worth $2.5 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). Value fell 16% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $3.5 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 | $2.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $2.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 1.8K t |
Where Yemen imports worn clothing from
Most of the value came from United States (45%), South Korea (38%), India (5%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+118% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.1M | 46% |
| South Korea | $959K | 38% |
| India | $131K | 5.2% |
| Turkey | $113K | 4.5% |
| China | $76K | 3% |
| Poland | $33K | 1.3% |
| South Africa | $21K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $14K | 0.5% |
| Canada | $10K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $7K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.41 per kg, 55% above the world average of $0.91. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Yemen?
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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 6309: Textiles; worn clothing and other worn articles.
Common questions
What is the value of worn clothing imported by Yemen?
Yemen imported worn clothing worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 115th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply worn clothing to Yemen?
The United States was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by South Korea (38%) and India (5%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 118% on the year.
What is the average import price of worn clothing per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.41 per kg in 2024, 55% above the world average of $0.91 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 worn clothing to Yemen changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, a fall of 13%. The peak was 2019 at $3.5 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for worn clothing?
The HS code for worn clothing is heading 6309. In Yemen all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 6309.00. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6309 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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