Australia Silk Global Trade Statistics – January to February 2025
Source: China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Textiles
Author: Docsun Home And Living
Date: April 23, 2025
In the previous article, we learned about the import and export trade of Indian silk products. Interested friends can click on Indian silk to check it out. Today we will focus on analyzing the import and export trade of Australian silk products from January to February 2025.
Understanding these trade dynamics is crucial for businesses involved in the global supply chain. At Docsun, we leverage this data to refine our scarf collection and ensure we meet global market demands.
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, from January to February 2025, the total value of Australia’s silk products global trade reached USD 121 million, a year-on-year decrease of 4.35%. Among them, exports were USD 8.80 million, down 4.80% YoY; imports were USD 112 million, down 4.31% YoY.
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Australia Silk Exports
Export Value of Australia’s All Silk Products
Unit: USD 10,000
| Country/Region | Export Value | Share (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 879.62 | 100.00 | -4.80 |
| New Zealand | 275.37 | 31.31 | -27.39 |
| United States | 186.92 | 21.25 | -0.04 |
| EU (27 countries) | 91.52 | 10.40 | 13.00 |
| Singapore | 42.59 | 4.84 | 6.68 |
| Hong Kong (China) | 40.80 | 4.64 | 5.97 |
| United Kingdom | 40.08 | 4.56 | -16.23 |
(Source: GTF)
1.1 Export of Raw Silk and Yarn
Table 2: Export Value of Australia’s Raw Silk and Yarn to Major Markets
| Country/Region | Export Value | Share (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0.90 | 100.00 | -65.61 |
| Malaysia | 0.76 | 84.68 | -70.30 |
| New Zealand | 0.14 | 15.32 | 169.40 |
Table 3: Export Volume and Unit Price of Raw Silk and Yarn
| Country/Region | Export Volume | YoY (%) | Unit Price | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0.06 | -32.86 | 156.18 | -48.77 |
| New Zealand | 0.05 | -34.49 | 28.13 | 311.25 |
| Malaysia | 0.01 | -21.73 | 886.88 | -62.05 |
1.2 Export of Silk Fabrics
Table 4: Export Value of Australia’s Silk Fabrics to Major Markets
| Country/Region | Export Value | Share (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 18.61 | 100.00 | 29.28 |
| Peru | 6.07 | 32.63 | – |
| New Zealand | 3.47 | 18.63 | 4.41 |
| Hong Kong (China) | 2.29 | 12.31 | 145.47 |
1.3 Export of Silk Finished Products
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Table 5: Export Value of Australia’s Silk Finished Products
| Country/Region | Export Value | Share (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 860.11 | 100.00 | -5.17 |
| New Zealand | 271.76 | 31.60 | -27.70 |
| United States | 186.27 | 21.66 | 0.15 |
| EU (27 countries) | 91.21 | 10.60 | 14.55 |
| Singapore | 42.39 | 4.93 | 9.02 |
Australia Silk Imports
Import Value of Australia’s All Silk Products
Unit: USD 10,000
| Country/Region | Import Value | Share (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 11,227.55 | 100.00 | -4.31 |
| China | 7,599.67 | 67.69 | -5.10 |
| EU (27 countries) | 660.81 | 5.89 | -10.82 |
| Vietnam | 659.11 | 5.87 | 25.27 |
| India | 654.98 | 5.83 | -7.03 |
| Bangladesh | 341.34 | 3.04 | -29.61 |
| Indonesia | 284.93 | 2.54 | 14.81 |
| Sri Lanka | 216.81 | 1.93 | 50.58 |
Table 7: Import Value of Australia’s Raw Silk and Yarn
| Country/Region | Import Value | Share (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1.89 | 100.00 | 34.70 |
| EU (27 countries) | 1.20 | 63.59 | 136.63 |
| China | 0.25 | 13.34 | -9.36 |
| United States | 0.20 | 10.42 | -31.12 |
Table 8: Import of Australia’s Raw Silk and Yarn by Volume and Unit Price
| Country/Region | Import Volume | YoY (%) | Unit Price | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0.07 | -83.16 | 287.82 | 699.96 |
| EU (27 countries) | 0.04 | -88.03 | 321.00 | 1876.55 |
| Japan | 0.01 | – | 82.29 | – |
| Switzerland | 0.01 | – | 152.96 | – |
Table 9: Import Value of Australia’s Silk Fabrics from Major Sources
| Country/Region | Import Value | Share (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 226.44 | 100.00 | -16.68 |
| China | 113.11 | 49.95 | -5.31 |
| South Korea | 39.17 | 17.30 | 13.74 |
| EU (27 countries) | 32.61 | 14.40 | -16.24 |
Table 10: Import Value of Australia’s Silk Finished Products from Major Sources
| Country/Region | Import Value | Share (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 10,999.22 | 100.00 | -4.02 |
| China | 7,486.31 | 68.06 | -5.10 |
| Vietnam | 657.94 | 5.98 | 25.59 |
| India | 638.03 | 5.80 | -6.64 |
| EU (27 countries) | 627.00 | 5.70 | -10.63 |
| Bangladesh | 341.34 | 3.10 | -29.61 |
| Indonesia | 284.93 | 2.59 | 14.81 |
FAQ: Market Insights
What are the major markets for Australia’s silk exports?
New Zealand remains the largest market for Australia’s silk exports, followed by the United States and the EU. Contact us for more detailed market reports.
Where does Australia import most of its silk from?
China is the dominant supplier, accounting for nearly 68% of Australia’s silk imports. Vietnam and India are also significant sources.
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