Cotton terry towels trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in cotton terry towels was worth $6.32 billion in 2024, about 862.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 4% since 2017, and down 2% 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 | $6.32B | 862.9K t |
| 2023 | $6.47B | 849.0K t |
| 2022 | $6.55B | 857.8K t |
| 2021 | $6.30B | 907.9K t |
| 2020 | $5.13B | 762.0K t |
| 2019 | $5.82B | 817.1K t |
| 2018 | $6.21B | 869.7K t |
| 2017 | $6.10B | 862.6K t |
Top cotton terry towels exporting countries
Exports are led by China (27%), India (21%) and Pakistan (19%). 187 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 66%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.68B | 27% |
| India | $1.31B | 21% |
| Pakistan | $1.18B | 19% |
| Turkey | $562.8M | 8.9% |
| Vietnam | $305.3M | 4.8% |
| Portugal | $211.0M | 3.3% |
| Bangladesh | $184.0M | 2.9% |
| Uzbekistan | $114.2M | 1.8% |
| Germany | $97.0M | 1.5% |
| Colombia | $67.6M | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | $62.4M | 1% |
| France | $59.6M | 0.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 32% of world imports, ahead of Japan and Germany. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 46% across 222 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.04B | 32% |
| Japan | $534.5M | 8.5% |
| Germany | $330.5M | 5.2% |
| France | $231.3M | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $214.8M | 3.4% |
| Russia | $181.5M | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $169.5M | 2.7% |
| Thailand | $164.2M | 2.6% |
| Australia | $150.0M | 2.4% |
| Spain | $147.4M | 2.3% |
| Italy | $138.2M | 2.2% |
| Canada | $136.7M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $7.32 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Portugal averaged $11.34 per kg and Pakistan $6.02 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 6302.60: Kitchen and toilet linen: of terry towelling or similar terry fabrics, of cotton. HS 6302 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most cotton terry towels?
China exported $1.68 billion in 2024, 27% of the world total, followed by India (21%) and Pakistan (19%). In all, 187 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most cotton terry towels?
The United States imported $2.04 billion in 2024, 32% of world imports, ahead of Japan (8%) and Germany (5%). The top three importers together take 46%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in cotton terry towels?
It was worth $6.32 billion in 2024, about 862.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 4% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $6.55 billion. 187 countries reported exports and 222 reported imports.
What is the average price of cotton terry towels per kg?
The world average declared value was about $7.32 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Portugal averaged $11.34 per kg and Pakistan $6.02 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for cotton terry towels?
The HS code for cotton terry towels is subheading 6302.60, 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 6302 page.
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