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South Africa: T-Shirt Market 2024

T-Shirt Market Size in South Africa

The South African t-shirt market dropped notably to $X in 2022, which is down by X% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption continues to indicate a pronounced downturn. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X, and then shrank remarkably in the following year.

T-Shirt Exports

Exports from South Africa

In 2022, exports of t-shirts from South Africa skyrocketed to X units, growing by X% compared with 2021. In general, exports, however, showed a slight decrease. The exports peaked at X units in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, t-shirt exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, showed a noticeable setback. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Namibia (X units), Botswana (X units) and Lesotho (X units) were the main destinations of t-shirt exports from South Africa, with a combined X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Lesotho (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Botswana ($X), Namibia ($X) and Lesotho ($X) were the largest markets for t-shirt exported from South Africa worldwide, with a combined X% share of total exports. Swaziland, Mozambique, Zambia and Zimbabwe lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Mozambique, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average t-shirt export price amounted to $X per unit, falling by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a pronounced curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per unit, and then shrank sharply in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Zambia ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Lesotho ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Zambia (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

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T-Shirt Imports

Imports into South Africa

In 2022, the amount of t-shirts imported into South Africa contracted sharply to X units, waning by X% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X units, and then contracted sharply in the following year.

In value terms, t-shirt imports dropped to $X in 2022. In general, imports showed a noticeable shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

China (X units), Madagascar (X units) and India (X units) were the main suppliers of t-shirt imports to South Africa, together comprising X% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Madagascar (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest t-shirt suppliers to South Africa were China ($X), Mauritius ($X) and India ($X), together accounting for X% of total imports. Madagascar and Lesotho lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

Among the main suppliers, Madagascar, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average t-shirt import price stood at $X per unit in 2022, surging by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a perceptible descent. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Mauritius ($X per unit), while the price for Madagascar ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for t-shirts in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2023 were Bangladesh, the United States and Germany, together accounting for 45% of global consumption. The UK, Honduras, Italy, Chile, Vietnam, Spain, China and Belgium lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 31%.

What are the largest producers of t-shirts in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were Bangladesh, China and Spain, together accounting for 48% of global production. India, Turkey, Mexico, Honduras, the Netherlands, Vietnam and Pakistan lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 37%.

What are the leading suppliers of t-shirts to South Africa?

In value terms, the largest t-shirt suppliers to South Africa were China, Mauritius and India, together comprising 56% of total imports. Madagascar and Lesotho lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 21%.

What are the leading importers of t-shirts from South Africa?

In value terms, the largest markets for t-shirt exported from South Africa were Botswana, Namibia and Lesotho, with a combined 73% share of total exports. Swaziland, Mozambique, Zambia and Zimbabwe lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 15%.

What is the average export price for t-shirts in South Africa?

In 2022, the average t-shirt export price amounted to $4.5 per unit, reducing by -29.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for t-shirts in South Africa?

The average t-shirt import price stood at $1.7 per unit in 2022, rising by 27% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the t-shirt market in South Africa. 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:

South Africa

Data coverage:

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

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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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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