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Canada: T-Shirt Market 2025

T-Shirt Market Size in Canada

After six years of decline, the Canadian t-shirt market increased by 321% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a deep slump. T-shirt consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

T-Shirt Exports

Exports from Canada

In 2022, shipments abroad of t-shirts increased by 353% to X units for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, exports continue to indicate a buoyant increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, t-shirt exports reduced to $X in 2022. In general, total exports indicated a mild expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.9% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +75.5% against 2017 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 70%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then dropped in the following year.

Exports by Country

The United States (X units) was the main destination for t-shirt exports from Canada, with a 89% share of total exports. It was followed by the Netherlands (X units), with a 2.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States totaled +10.3%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for t-shirts exports from Canada, comprising 76% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands ($X), with a 6.8% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average t-shirt export price amounted to $X per unit, declining by -80.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average export price increased by 81%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per unit, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to the United States amounted to $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands (-5.8%).

T-Shirt Imports

Imports into Canada

In 2022, after six years of decline, there was significant growth in supplies from abroad of t-shirts, when their volume increased by 553% to X units. Overall, imports, however, faced a abrupt curtailment. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X units in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, t-shirt imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, recorded a deep contraction. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

China (X units), the United States (X units) and India (X units) were the main suppliers of t-shirt imports to Canada, with a combined 56% share of total imports. Cambodia, Bangladesh, Mexico, Honduras, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Nicaragua and Madagascar lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 31%.

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 +13.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), Cambodia ($X) and Vietnam ($X) were the largest t-shirt suppliers to Canada, together comprising 51% of total imports. Bangladesh, the United States, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Honduras, India, Nicaragua and Madagascar lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 29%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Madagascar, with a CAGR of +14.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average t-shirt import price amounted to $X per unit, which is down by -76.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed notable growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 311%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per unit, and then declined rapidly in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Nicaragua (+6.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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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 in 2021 were China, the United States and Germany, with a combined 35% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by the UK, Japan, France, Mexico, Indonesia, Italy, Pakistan, Poland, Ethiopia and South Korea, which together accounted for a further 27%.

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

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Bangladesh and India, together comprising 44% of global production. Turkey, Pakistan, Honduras, Vietnam, Indonesia, Mexico, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Ethiopia and Cambodia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 31%.

What are the leading suppliers of t-shirts to Canada?

In value terms, the largest t-shirt suppliers to Canada were the United States, China and Cambodia, with a combined 55% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of t-shirts from Canada?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for t-shirt exports from Canada, comprising 73% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the UK, with a 5.6% share of total exports.

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

In 2020, the average t-shirt export price amounted to $5.6 per unit, leveling off at the previous year.

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

In 2020, the average t-shirt import price amounted to $3.4 per unit, shrinking by -6.5% against the previous year.

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

Canada

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Canada
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