Export Fabrics; terry towelling and similar woven terry fabrics other than narrow fabrics of heading no. 5806;… from Pakistan to South Africa
Pakistan is already ahead of India in South Africa for fabrics; terry towelling and similar woven terry fabrics other than narrow fabrics of heading no. 5806;… (HS 5802). In 2025 Pakistani exporters sold US$2.3M here against India's US$10K, out of total imports of US$440K in 2025, giving Pakistan 514% of the market.
Pakistan's total sales to South Africa fell 7% between 2020 and 2025, which means exporters should expect more work to win trust. On our opportunity score, South Africa rates 7 out of 100 (niche) and ranks 19th of 19 markets for this product.
For a Pakistani exporter this is a market to defend and deepen rather than open: buyers know Pakistani supply, so the competition is often other Pakistani firms. Next step: show certifications, lead times and capacity clearly on your listing so importers in South Africa can compare you quickly.
- Opportunity score
- 7/100 (Niche)
- From Pakistan (2025)
- US$2.26M
- From India (2025)
- US$0.01M
- Market size
- US$0.44M
- Check before you export
- Many buyers work through traders and distributors. Agree payment terms in advance and use letters of credit or trade insurance where possible.
How much fabrics; terry towelling and similar woven terry fabrics other than narrow fabrics of heading no. 5806;… does South Africa import?
South Africa imported US$440K of fabrics; terry towelling and similar woven terry fabrics other than narrow fabrics of heading no. 5806;… (HS 5802) in 2025, according to UN Comtrade.
Does Pakistan export fabrics; terry towelling and similar woven terry fabrics other than narrow fabrics of heading no. 5806;… to South Africa?
Yes. Pakistan exported US$2.3M of fabrics; terry towelling and similar woven terry fabrics other than narrow fabrics of heading no. 5806;… to South Africa in 2025, 514% of the market.
How does Pakistan compare with India in South Africa for fabrics; terry towelling and similar woven terry fabrics other than narrow fabrics of heading no. 5806;…?
Pakistan leads: US$2.3M against India's US$10K in 2025.
How can I start exporting fabrics; terry towelling and similar woven terry fabrics other than narrow fabrics of heading no. 5806;… to South Africa?
Confirm your HS code, check South Africa's duties and standards, and list your business on BusinessListing.pk with South Africa as a target market. Our guide "How to Choose an Export Market" and the South Africa Global Trade profile explain the next steps.