Export Knitted sportswear & swimwear from Pakistan to Italy

Italy imported US$310M of knitted sportswear & swimwear (HS 6112) in 2025. India supplied US$9.3M of that in 2025, while Pakistan supplied US$2.4M, a gap of US$6.9M. Pakistan's share of the market is 0.8%.

That gap matters: buyers in Italy already source this product from South Asia and accept the shipping times, payment terms and documents involved. Pakistan's total sales to Italy grew 63% between 2020 and 2025, which suggests buyers there are increasingly open to Pakistani suppliers.

On our opportunity score, Italy rates 92 out of 100 (top opportunity) and ranks 1st of 50 markets for this product. Next step: shortlist importers who buy from India today, prepare a price list on the right Incoterm, and list knitted sportswear & swimwear with Italy as a target market so buyers can find you.

Opportunity score
92/100 (Top opportunity)
From Pakistan (2025)
US$2.4M
From India (2025)
US$9.27M
Market size
US$309.5M
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How much knitted sportswear & swimwear does Italy import?

Italy imported US$310M of knitted sportswear & swimwear (HS 6112) in 2025, according to UN Comtrade.

Does Pakistan export knitted sportswear & swimwear to Italy?

Yes. Pakistan exported US$2.4M of knitted sportswear & swimwear to Italy in 2025, 0.8% of the market.

How does Pakistan compare with India in Italy for knitted sportswear & swimwear?

India leads: US$9.3M against Pakistan's US$2.4M in 2025, a gap of US$6.9M.

How can I start exporting knitted sportswear & swimwear to Italy?

Confirm your HS code, check Italy's duties and standards, and list your business on BusinessListing.pk with Italy as a target market. Our guide "How to Choose an Export Market" and the Italy Global Trade profile explain the next steps.