Cotton corduroy trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in cotton corduroy was worth $306.5 million in 2024, about 34.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 67% since 2017, and up 4% 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 | $306.5M | 34.5K t |
| 2023 | $295.1M | 31.2K t |
| 2022 | $325.8M | 31.0K t |
| 2021 | $275.5M | 28.1K t |
| 2020 | $212.2M | 22.7K t |
| 2019 | $262.2M | 29.6K t |
| 2018 | $270.9M | 22.9K t |
| 2017 | $183.1M | 17.5K t |
Top cotton corduroy exporting countries
Exports are led by China (74%), Italy (6%) and India (5%). 74 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 85%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $226.4M | 74% |
| Italy | $19.7M | 6.4% |
| India | $15.3M | 5% |
| Spain | $9.8M | 3.2% |
| Germany | $6.7M | 2.2% |
| France | $6.0M | 2% |
| Pakistan | $4.1M | 1.4% |
| Hong Kong | $4.0M | 1.3% |
| Turkey | $2.1M | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 0.7% |
| Japan | $1.9M | 0.6% |
| Czech Republic | $1.1M | 0.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Bangladesh is the biggest buyer with 36% of world imports, ahead of Vietnam and Indonesia. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 52% across 131 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | $109.7M | 36% |
| Vietnam | $34.4M | 11% |
| Indonesia | $13.9M | 4.6% |
| Cambodia | $13.3M | 4.3% |
| South Korea | $12.6M | 4.1% |
| Italy | $11.7M | 3.8% |
| Turkey | $10.0M | 3.3% |
| Tunisia | $9.6M | 3.1% |
| Spain | $9.4M | 3.1% |
| Sri Lanka | $7.8M | 2.6% |
| Germany | $6.0M | 2% |
| Morocco | $5.9M | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $8.87 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $24.52 per kg and China $7.71 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 5801.22: Fabrics: woven pile, of cotton, cut corduroy, other than fabrics of heading no. 5802 or 5806. HS 5801 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most cotton corduroy?
China exported $226.4 million in 2024, 74% of the world total, followed by Italy (6%) and India (5%). In all, 74 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most cotton corduroy?
Bangladesh imported $109.7 million in 2024, 36% of world imports, ahead of Vietnam (11%) and Indonesia (5%). The top three importers together take 52%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in cotton corduroy?
It was worth $306.5 million in 2024, about 34.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 67% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $325.8 million. 74 countries reported exports and 131 reported imports.
What is the average price of cotton corduroy per kg?
The world average declared value was about $8.87 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $24.52 per kg and China $7.71 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 cotton corduroy?
The HS code for cotton corduroy is subheading 5801.22, in chapter 58 (fabrics; special woven fabrics, tufted textile fabrics, lace, tapestries, trimmings, embroidery). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 5801 page.
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