Overview of 10-Digit HS Import Statistics
This article reviews Korea's imports from Bangladesh in 2022-2023 using the 10-digit HS code framework. The 10-digit level is the most granular classification used by the Korea Customs Service, making it possible to identify detailed import patterns by individual product line.
Imports from Bangladesh into Korea are concentrated in finished apparel, leather and footwear, agricultural and fishery goods, and jute-based products. A 10-digit HS analysis helps clarify how demand is shifting across specific sourcing items rather than broad product groups alone.
2 Years
Period Covered
2022-2023
$800M+
Total Imports
Two-year total
300+
Import Items
10-digit HS basis
70%+
Top 10 Share
High concentration
Apparel
Largest Group
HS 62-61
65%+
Apparel Share
Dominant position
15%+
Leather & Footwear
Second tier
10%+
Agri & Fishery
Shrimp and jute
Top Imported Products by 10-Digit HS Code
Top 10 Korea Imports from Bangladesh (10-digit HS, 2022-2023)
| Rank | HS Code | Product | 2022 Imports | 2023 Imports | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6109100010 | Cotton T-shirts | $85M | $90M | +6% |
| 2 | 6205200010 | Men's cotton shirts | $60M | $55M | -8% |
| 3 | 6204620010 | Women's cotton trousers | $50M | $52M | +4% |
| 4 | 6203420010 | Men's cotton trousers | $45M | $48M | +7% |
| 5 | 6110201010 | Cotton sweaters | $35M | $40M | +14% |
| 6 | 4202210000 | Leather handbags | $25M | $28M | +12% |
| 7 | 0306171000 | Frozen shrimp | $20M | $22M | +10% |
| 8 | 6403999000 | Leather footwear | $18M | $20M | +11% |
| 9 | 5310100000 | Jute fabrics | $12M | $14M | +17% |
| 10 | 6109909010 | Synthetic fiber T-shirts | $10M | $13M | +30% |
Import Structure by Product Group
Apparel and Garments (65%+)
Cotton apparel$285M+, T-shirts, shirts, trousers
Synthetic apparel$30M+, fast growth (+30%)
Knitwear$40M+, sweaters and cardigans
Other apparel$20M+, underwear and socks
Non-apparel Products (35%)
Leather goods$48M+, handbags and shoes
Fishery products$22M+, led by frozen shrimp
Jute products$14M+, fabrics and sacks
Others$15M+, pharmaceuticals and farm goods
Import Trend Analysis
01
Sharp growth in synthetic apparel imports (+30%)
Bangladesh has expanded its production capacity in synthetic garments, leading to a marked increase in Korean imports of polyester and nylon apparel. The sourcing mix is gradually broadening beyond traditional cotton products toward synthetic and performance-oriented clothing. A key driver is the growing Bangladesh sourcing footprint of Korean SPA brands.
02
Broader inflow of leather products (+12%)
Improving product quality and price competitiveness in Bangladesh's leather industry are supporting higher imports of handbags, shoes, and belts. Korean fashion brands are increasingly using Bangladesh as a leather sourcing base, with particularly visible gains in the mid-priced handbag segment.
03
Stable increase in frozen shrimp imports (+10%)
Black tiger shrimp from Bangladesh remains a reliable import item for the Korean seafood market. Better aquaculture quality and broader HACCP certification coverage are supporting steady import growth. Major buyers include Korean seafood processors and large retail chains.
04
Rising ESG-driven demand for jute products (+17%)
Global demand for eco-friendly alternatives to plastic is lifting imports of jute sacks, shopping bags, and interior materials. As the world's largest jute producer, Bangladesh is well positioned to supply these products consistently, giving Korean buyers a practical sustainability-oriented sourcing option.
Import Statistics Analysis Flow
10-Digit HS Import Analysis Workflow
Data Collection
Customs statistics
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Product Classification
10-digit HS codes
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Trend Comparison
Two-year review
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Pattern Mapping
Growth items identified
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Sourcing Strategy
Import expansion planning
A detailed 10-digit HS review gives Korean buyers a more precise view of Bangladesh-origin imports, helping them identify diversification opportunities and evaluate new product lines with greater confidence.
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