Cleaning cloths trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in cleaning cloths was worth $2.85 billion in 2024, about 492.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 38% since 2017, and up 10% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.85B | 492.4K t |
| 2023 | $2.58B | 441.3K t |
| 2022 | $2.71B | 449.1K t |
| 2021 | $2.71B | 430.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.44B | 409.6K t |
| 2019 | $2.22B | 361.3K t |
| 2018 | $2.18B | 372.6K t |
| 2017 | $2.06B | 351.1K t |
Top cleaning cloths exporting countries
Exports are led by China (53%), Pakistan (10%) and Germany (6%). 173 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 69%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.52B | 53% |
| Pakistan | $297.9M | 11% |
| Germany | $159.2M | 5.6% |
| United States | $103.7M | 3.6% |
| Vietnam | $81.7M | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $80.2M | 2.8% |
| South Korea | $55.8M | 2% |
| Poland | $54.9M | 1.9% |
| Belgium | $46.5M | 1.6% |
| Italy | $46.2M | 1.6% |
| India | $43.4M | 1.5% |
| Spain | $28.7M | 1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 24% of world imports, ahead of Germany and France. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 36% across 220 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $693.1M | 24% |
| Germany | $194.4M | 6.8% |
| France | $135.1M | 4.7% |
| United Kingdom | $116.4M | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $115.6M | 4.1% |
| Japan | $95.4M | 3.4% |
| Australia | $84.3M | 3% |
| Italy | $79.4M | 2.8% |
| Belgium | $68.4M | 2.4% |
| Spain | $68.3M | 2.4% |
| Mexico | $64.0M | 2.3% |
| Poland | $59.7M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $5.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Korea averaged $16.20 per kg and Pakistan $4.15 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 6307.10: Cloths: floor cloths, dish-cloths, dusters and similar cleaning cloths. HS 6307 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most cleaning cloths?
China exported $1.52 billion in 2024, 53% of the world total, followed by Pakistan (10%) and Germany (6%). In all, 173 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most cleaning cloths?
The United States imported $693.1 million in 2024, 24% of world imports, ahead of Germany (7%) and France (5%). The top three importers together take 36%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in cleaning cloths?
It was worth $2.85 billion in 2024, about 492.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 38% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 173 countries reported exports and 220 reported imports.
What is the average price of cleaning cloths per kg?
The world average declared value was about $5.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Korea averaged $16.20 per kg and Pakistan $4.15 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for cleaning cloths?
The HS code for cleaning cloths is subheading 6307.10, in chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 6307 page.
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