Knitted T-shirts and vests market in Lithuania

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018 to 2020, the market volume for knitted T-shirts and vests in Lithuania first increased from 6.9 million units to 7.3 million in 2019, then dropped to 6.5 million in 2020. This early period saw strong consumer focus on comfort, with factors such as the introduction of larger-sized models, wire-free designs, and a wide assortment driving initial demand. Even during the 2020 decline, preferences shifted towards sports-oriented and specialized types for various activities, reflecting changing consumption patterns.

The market rebounded to 7.3 million units in 2021, supported by the transposition of the EU waste management directive, which affected packaging requirements, and sustained consumer interest in natural and comfortable designs. Growth continued in 2022, reaching 8.1 million units, fueled by the popularity of occasion-wear and an expanding sports model assortment. However, volume fell sharply to 6.4 million units in 2023, despite technological advancements and emphasis on proper fit, indicating that broader economic factors may have overshadowed these positive trends.

In 2024, market volume peaked at 8.2 million units, as stable consumer preferences for comfort and aesthetics, particularly for larger sizes, sustained demand. For 2025, factors point to ongoing industry trends such as a growing emphasis on sustainability in production and continued consumer interest in sports models.

Production knitted T-shirts and vests in Lithuania

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Lithuania's production of knitted T-shirts and vests has increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, output reached 32 625 thousand US dollars, marking a significant 32.7% increase compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production grew by 8.4%, with an average annual growth rate of 2.7%. The lowest production value was recorded in 2019 at 24 403 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 18.9%.

Annual dynamics of production in Lithuania in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, K unit

Following a two-year decline, Lithuania's production of knitted T-shirts and vests has rebounded. In 2021, the country produced 2 422 thousand units, showing a strong 20.2% increase from the previous year. However, over the 2018-2021 period, overall production decreased by 17.1%, with an average annual decline of 6.1%. The lowest output was recorded in 2020 at 2 015 thousand units, while the largest drop occurred in 2019 with a 21.0% decrease.

Annual dynamics of production in Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021, K unit

Exports knitted T-shirts and vests from Lithuania

Exports in kind, K unit

After two years of decline, Lithuania's exports of knitted T-shirts and vests have increased in volume. In 2021, exports amounted to 7 639 thousand units, representing a solid 12.3% gain compared to the previous year. From 2018 to 2021, however, exports decreased by 18.6%, equivalent to an average annual decline of 6.6%. The lowest export volume was recorded in 2020 at 6 801 thousand units, which also saw the largest decline of 16.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021, K unit

Between 2018 and 2021, Russia, Denmark, and Germany were the main markets for Lithuania's exports of knitted T-shirts and vests in volume terms. Russia accounted for 25.0% of exports, Denmark for 16.6%, and Germany for 9.4%. Together, these three countries represented 51.0% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

Following a two-year decline, Lithuania's exports of knitted T-shirts and vests have increased in value. In 2021, exports reached 69 105 thousand US dollars, up by 22.6% compared to the previous year. The lowest export value was recorded in 2020 at 56 350 thousand US dollars, while the largest decline occurred in 2019 with an 11.8% drop.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Lithuania in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Lithuania's exports of knitted T-shirts and vests in value terms were distributed across numerous countries. Russia accounted for 16.8% of exports, Norway for 14.2%, and Germany for 13.5%. Together, these three markets represented 44.4% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Lithuania in value, 2018-2021

Imports knitted T-shirts and vests to Lithuania

Imports in kind, K unit

After two years of decline, Lithuania's imports of knitted T-shirts and vests have increased in volume. In 2021, imports stood at 12 490 thousand units, marking a solid 10.2% rise compared to 2020. Over the 2018-2021 period, however, imports decreased by 6.6%, with an average annual decline of 2.3%. The lowest import volume was recorded in 2020 at 11 334 thousand units, which also saw the largest decline of 13.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021, K unit

Throughout 2018-2021, Poland, Germany, and Italy were the main sources of Lithuania's imports of knitted T-shirts and vests in volume terms. Poland accounted for 27.4% of imports, Germany for 21.4%, and Italy for 10.5%. Together, these three countries comprised 59.3% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

Following a two-year decrease, Lithuania's imports of knitted T-shirts and vests have increased in value. In 2021, imports reached 58 905 thousand US dollars, up by 28.7% compared to the previous year. Over the 2018-2021 period, imports grew by 6.7%, with an average annual increase of 2.2%. The lowest import value was recorded in 2020 at 45 769 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 14.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Lithuania in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, Poland, Germany, and Italy accounted for the largest share of Lithuania's imports of knitted T-shirts and vests in value terms. Poland represented 20.5% of imports, Germany 17.0%, and Italy 14.5%. Together, these three countries made up 52.0% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Lithuania in value, 2018-2021