Philippines - T-Shirts - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Philippines - T-Shirts - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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T-Shirt Price in the Philippines - 2023

Contents:

  1. T-Shirt Price in the Philippines (CIF) - 2022
  2. T-Shirt Price in the Philippines (FOB) - 2023
  3. T-Shirt Imports in the Philippines
  4. T-Shirt Exports in the Philippines

T-Shirt Price in the Philippines (CIF) - 2022

The average t-shirt import price stood at $4.2 per unit in 2022, increasing by 6% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.5%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 22%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($6.9 per unit), while the price for India ($1.8 per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+4.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

T-Shirt Price in the Philippines (FOB) - 2023

The average t-shirt export price stood at $3.0 per unit in July 2023, growing by 36% against the previous month. Over the period from July 2022 to July 2023, it increased at an average monthly rate of +1.2%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $3.5 per unit in May 2023; however, from June 2023 to July 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In July 2023, the country with the highest price was the United States ($4.2 per unit), while the average price for exports to Japan ($1.8 per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From July 2022 to July 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Marshall Islands (+3.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

T-Shirt Imports in the Philippines

After two years of decline, purchases abroad of t-shirts increased by 28% to 8.4M units in 2022. In general, imports, however, faced a significant decrease. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at 49M units in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, t-shirt imports soared to $35M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, faced a dramatic downturn. Imports peaked at $166M in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Import of T-Shirt in the Philippines (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China10142.919.227.0-35.6%
Hong Kong SAR9.02.92.13.9-24.3%
India6.41.00.20.7-52.2%
Vietnam13.93.41.0N/A-73.2%
Others35.09.33.63.8-52.3%
Total16659.626.135.4-40.3%

Top Suppliers of T-Shirt to the Philippines in 2022:

  1. China (7.0M units)
  2. Hong Kong SAR (0.6M units)
  3. India (0.4M units)

T-Shirt Exports in the Philippines

In 2022, shipments abroad of t-shirts decreased by -43.3% to 30M units for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 750%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 53M units, and then dropped remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, t-shirt exports shrank significantly to $17M in 2022. In general, exports, however, enjoyed perceptible growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 56% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $29M, and then declined rapidly in the following year.

Export of T-Shirt in the Philippines (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United States8.23.116.27.6-2.5%
Japan1.65.04.54.844.2%
South Korea1.56.73.71.50.0%
MexicoN/AN/AN/A0.90%
Northern Mariana IslandsN/AN/AN/A0.10%
Marshall IslandsN/AN/AN/A0.10%
United Arab Emirates2.61.81.5N/A-24.0%
Others1.32.13.51.811.5%
Total15.218.729.316.83.4%

Top Export Markets for T-Shirt from the Philippines in 2022:

  1. Japan (13.6M units)
  2. United States (7.6M units)
  3. South Korea (2.3M units)
  4. Marshall Islands (1.8M units)
  5. Mexico (1.5M units)
  6. Northern Mariana Islands (0.7M units)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the t-shirt market in the Philippines. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 14143000 - T-shirts, singlets and vests, knitted or crocheted

Country coverage:

  • Philippines

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the Philippines
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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