Knitted shawls and scarves market in Spain

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018 to 2021, the market size for knitted shawls and scarves in Spain showed fluctuating dynamics. In 2018, the market stood at 32.8 million US dollars, influenced by growing demand for sustainably produced items, the use of ecological fabrics like organic cotton and recycled polyester, and increasing customization of designs. The market dipped slightly to 31.7 million US dollars in 2019, even as the industry continued to emphasize sustainability through reduced water waste and natural dyes. However, a recovery followed, with the market rising to 35.7 million US dollars in 2020 and further climbing to 41.2 million US dollars in 2021. This growth coincided with a reported expansion of the global shawl and scarf market, while manufacturers responded to competition from other fashion accessories by innovating in design and functionality.

In the following years from 2022 to 2024, import values into Spain increased from 22.7 million US dollars in 2021 to 27.5 million US dollars in 2024, while exports declined from 19.8 million to 15.9 million US dollars. The market was supported by the ongoing rise of online sales for accessories in Spain. Industry developments, such as agreements to promote ecological products and the growing use of fine wools like Merino, aligned with persistent consumer preferences for sustainability and quality. The introduction of multifunctional scarves and shawls reflected further adaptation to changing demand.

Production knitted shawls and scarves in Spain

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Production of knitted shawls and scarves in Spain has declined for the third year in a row. In 2019, output was valued at 28 803 thousand US dollars, but by 2020 it had fallen by 13.2% compared to the previous year. Looking at the period from 2017 to 2020, production decreased by 18.8%, with an average annual decline of 6.7%.

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

Exports knitted shawls and scarves from Spain

Exports in kind, t

Export volumes of knitted shawls and scarves from Spain have dropped for the third consecutive year. In 2019, exports stood at 472 tonnes, but in 2020 they decreased by 49.6% from that level. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports fell by 76.3%, which translates to an average annual decline of 38.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Spain in kind, 2017-2020, t

The export market for knitted shawls and scarves from Spain was quite diverse between 2017 and 2020. France accounted for 14.9% of exports, Germany for 13.3%, and Italy for 11.8%, meaning these three countries together made up just 40.0% of total flows. The remaining 60.0% was distributed among numerous other countries.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

Export values of knitted shawls and scarves from Spain have declined for the third year running. In 2019, export volume reached 12 540 thousand US dollars, but by 2020 it had fallen by 66.2% compared to the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, exports decreased by 73.9%, equating to an average annual decline of 36.1%.

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

The partner structure for exports in value terms was fragmented from 2017 to 2020. Germany accounted for 16.1% of exports, France for 13.7%, and Italy for 12.0%, so these three countries together represented only 41.8% of total flows, with no single country holding a dominant share.

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

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

Imports knitted shawls and scarves to Spain

Imports in kind, t

Import volumes of knitted shawls and scarves into Spain have declined for the third consecutive year. In 2019, import volume totalled 1 217 tonnes, but in 2020 it dropped sharply by 64.7% from that level. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports decreased by 70.2%, with an average annual decline of 33.2%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Spain in kind, 2017-2020, t

Between 2017 and 2020, China was the primary source for knitted shawls and scarves imported into Spain, accounting for 83.3% of total imports in volume terms. Other destinations played a much smaller role during this period.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

Import values of knitted shawls and scarves into Spain have fallen for the third year in a row. In 2019, imports were recorded at 19 423 thousand US dollars, but by 2020 they had decreased by 45.4% compared to the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports declined by 54.1%, with an average annual drop of 22.8%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the leading sources for imports in value terms were China, which accounted for 66.9% of imports, Italy with 6.9%, and France with 6.5%. Together, these three countries made up 80.3% of total import flows.

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

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