Cotton knitted jerseys and pullovers market in Germany

Earlier Report Observations

The market volume for cotton knitted jerseys and pullovers in Germany decreased from 139.9 million units in 2018 to 132.5 million units by 2019, with the market value declining from 925 million to 820 million US dollars.

A recovery occurred in 2021 as the market reached 149.2 million units valued at 1 116 million US dollars. This expansion was fueled by the persistent popularity of polo sweaters, a trend solidified after Prada's showcase, which remained strong through 2020. Concurrently, a 34% rise in consumer interest for natural fibers and a 28% increase in the use of cotton yarns directed manufacturers towards sustainable sourcing, supporting overall market growth.

The market's development from 2022 onward emphasized sustainability and digital transformation. By 2023, fine-knit fabrics held a dominant share, and manufacturers implemented energy-efficient techniques alongside eco-friendly dyes to meet environmental standards. E-commerce sales accounted for 62% of knitwear transactions by 2024, while 36% of digital orders included customization, reflecting a shift towards personalized products and online accessibility.

Production cotton knitted jerseys and pullovers in Germany

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In 2019, Germany's production of cotton knitted jerseys and pullovers was valued at 30,997 thousand US dollars, marking a 12.4% decrease from the previous year. Production grew by 10.5% between 2017 and 2019, averaging an annualized rate of 3.4%. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 35,380 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest increase of 26.1%.

Annual dynamics of production in Germany in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, K unit

Germany's production volume of cotton knitted jerseys and pullovers rose for the second year in a row. In 2019, output reached 928.8 thousand units, up 4.7% from 2018. From 2017 to 2019, production increased by 13.5%, translating to an average annual growth rate of 4.3%.

Annual dynamics of production in Germany in kind, 2017-2020, K unit

Exports cotton knitted jerseys and pullovers from Germany

Exports in kind, M unit

After two years of growth, Germany's exports of cotton knitted jerseys and pullovers fell in 2020, reaching 87.9 million units—a 4.7% drop from the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports rose by 3.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of 1.1%. The peak was in 2019 at 92.2 million units, which also experienced the largest increase of 6.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Germany in kind, 2017-2020, M unit

From 2017 to 2020, Germany's exports of cotton knitted jerseys and pullovers were distributed across numerous markets. Austria, Poland, and the Netherlands accounted for 13.6%, 12.4%, and 11.5% of exports in kind, respectively, combining for 37.5% of total flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Germany in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, M $ US

Following two years of expansion, Germany's exports of cotton knitted jerseys and pullovers in value terms declined in 2020, amounting to 1,249 million US dollars with no significant change from 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, exports grew by 21.2%, averaging a 6.6% compound annual growth rate. The highest value was recorded in 2019 at 1,251 million US dollars, while the largest increase occurred in 2018 at 14.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Germany in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

During 2017-2020, no single market dominated Germany's exports of cotton knitted jerseys and pullovers in value terms. Switzerland, Poland, and Austria held shares of 13.2%, 11.6%, and 11.0%, respectively, totaling 35.8% of exports, with many smaller partners contributing modest individual shares.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Germany in value, 2017-2020

Imports cotton knitted jerseys and pullovers to Germany

Imports in kind, M unit

Germany's imports of cotton knitted jerseys and pullovers in kind declined for the third consecutive year in 2020, reaching 211.3 million units—a moderate 5.5% decrease year-over-year. From 2017 to 2020, imports fell by 8.6%, equivalent to an annualized decline of 3.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Germany in kind, 2017-2020, M unit

Between 2017 and 2020, Bangladesh, China, and Turkey were the leading sources for Germany's imports of cotton knitted jerseys and pullovers in kind, accounting for 36.1%, 16.7%, and 11.2% of imports, respectively. Together, they represented 64.1% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Germany in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, M $ US

Germany's imports of cotton knitted jerseys and pullovers in value terms dropped for the second straight year in 2020, totaling 2,037 million US dollars with little change from 2019. The highest value was in 2018 at 2,073 million US dollars, which also saw the largest increase of 1.5%. The largest decline occurred in 2019 at 1.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Germany in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Throughout 2017-2020, Bangladesh, China, and Turkey formed the core group for Germany's imports of cotton knitted jerseys and pullovers in value terms, with shares of 24.2%, 21.2%, and 15.1%, respectively. Combined, they made up 60.4% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Germany in value, 2017-2020