Benelux: Non-Knitted Men Apparel Market 2025

Non-Knitted Men Apparel Market Size in Benelux

After two years of decline, the Benelux non-knitted men apparel market increased by 56% to $X in 2022. The total consumption indicated a mild increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Non-Knitted Men Apparel Production in Benelux

In value terms, non-knitted men apparel production skyrocketed to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production showed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by 6,580%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Non-Knitted Men Apparel Exports

Exports in Benelux

In 2022, after four years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of men's or boys' clothing (not knitted or crocheted), when their volume decreased by -18.7% to X units. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when exports increased by 51%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X units in 2021, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

In value terms, non-knitted men apparel exports dropped significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, recorded a prominent expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 30% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X in 2021, and then contracted remarkably in the following year.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands was the key exporter of men's or boys' clothing (not knitted or crocheted) in Benelux, with the volume of exports resulting at X units, which was near 82% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X units), creating an 18% share of total exports.

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the men's or boys' clothing (not knitted or crocheted) exports, with a CAGR of +15.0% from 2012 to 2022. Belgium experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. The Netherlands (+28 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while Belgium saw its share reduced by -28.2% from 2012 to 2022, respectively.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) remains the largest non-knitted men apparel supplier in Benelux, comprising 82% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($X), with an 18% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the Netherlands totaled +9.8%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Benelux stood at $X per unit in 2022, approximately mirroring the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a noticeable setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the export price increased by 8.7% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per unit in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per unit), while the Netherlands totaled $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (-0.2%).

Non-Knitted Men Apparel Imports

Imports in Benelux

In 2022, approx. X units of men's or boys' clothing (not knitted or crocheted) were imported in Benelux; picking up by 7.8% against the previous year. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.8% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 11%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

In value terms, non-knitted men apparel imports expanded to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands represented the key importing country with an import of about X units, which resulted at 80% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X units), generating a 20% share of total imports.

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the men's or boys' clothing (not knitted or crocheted) imports, with a CAGR of +8.5% from 2012 to 2022. Belgium (-3.1%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of the Netherlands (+23 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2022, the share of Belgium (-23.1 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported men's or boys' clothing (not knitted or crocheted) in Benelux, comprising 80% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($X), with an 18% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in the Netherlands stood at +4.3%.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Benelux stood at $X per unit in 2022, falling by -5.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a noticeable contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 6.5%. The level of import peaked at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per unit), while Belgium totaled $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (-3.0%).

Source: IndexBox Platform