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Argentina: Women Hosiery Market 2025

Women Hosiery Market Size in Argentina

For the third year in a row, the Argentinian women hosiery market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by less than 0.1% to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Women hosiery consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Women Hosiery Production in Argentina

In value terms, women hosiery production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the production volume increased by 13% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Women Hosiery Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2022, women hosiery exports from Argentina skyrocketed to X pairs, rising by 423% compared with 2021. In general, exports posted a notable expansion. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, women hosiery exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports saw mild growth. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Brazil (X pairs), Chile (X pairs) and Uruguay (X pairs) were the main destinations of women hosiery exports from Argentina, with a combined 98% share of total exports. Peru and Paraguay lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 2.2%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Peru (with a CAGR of +30.4%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Chile ($X), Brazil ($X) and Uruguay ($X) constituted the largest markets for women hosiery exported from Argentina worldwide, with a combined 97% share of total exports. Peru and Paraguay lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 2.7%.

Peru, with a CAGR of +16.8%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average women hosiery export price amounted to $X per pair, with a decrease of -3.6% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a pronounced shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 18% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per pair. From 2016 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Paraguay ($X per pair), while the average price for exports to Brazil ($X per pair) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Paraguay (+27.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Women Hosiery Imports

Imports into Argentina

In 2022, the amount of socks, stockings and other women's hosiery imported into Argentina contracted to X pairs, waning by -8.5% on the year before. Overall, imports, however, posted a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 397%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X pairs, and then fell in the following year.

In value terms, women hosiery imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 180% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X pairs) was the main supplier of women hosiery to Argentina, with a 94% share of total imports. It was followed by Turkey (X pairs), with a 1.9% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China totaled +26.2%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of socks, stockings and other women's hosiery to Argentina, comprising 78% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Turkey ($X), with a 6.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China totaled +24.6%.

Import Prices by Country

The average women hosiery import price stood at $X per pair in 2022, jumping by 33% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average import price increased by 118%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per pair. From 2016 to 2022, the average 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 Turkey ($X per pair), while the price for China totaled $X per pair.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (-1.3%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for socks, stockings and other women's hosiery in the world?

Turkey remains the largest women hosiery consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 41% of total volume. Moreover, women hosiery consumption in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 6% share.

What are the largest producers of socks, stockings and other women's hosiery in the world?

The country with the largest volume of women hosiery production was Turkey, accounting for 42% of total volume. Moreover, women hosiery production in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of socks, stockings and other women's hosiery to Argentina?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of women hosiery to Argentina, comprising 56% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Turkey, with an 8.3% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a 6% share.

What are the leading importers of socks, stockings and other women's hosiery from Argentina?

In value terms, the largest markets for women hosiery exported from Argentina were Chile, Brazil and Uruguay, with a combined 98% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for socks, stockings and other women's hosiery in Argentina?

The average women hosiery export price stood at $29 per pair in 2021, with an increase of 11% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for socks, stockings and other women's hosiery in Argentina?

The average women hosiery import price stood at $19 per pair in 2021, with an increase of 8.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the women hosiery market in Argentina. 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 14311050 - Women
Prodcom 14311090 - Knitted or crocheted hosiery and footwear (including socks, e xcluding women

Country coverage:

Argentina

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Argentina
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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024