Narrow cotton fabric trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in narrow cotton fabric was worth $155.1 million in 2024, about 12.3 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 62% since 2017, and down 6% 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 | $155.1M | 12.3K t |
| 2023 | $164.3M | 12.5K t |
| 2022 | $170.8M | 11.0K t |
| 2021 | $175.9M | 11.7K t |
| 2020 | $169.7M | 13.3K t |
| 2019 | $257.5M | 23.4K t |
| 2018 | $541.5M | 50.1K t |
| 2017 | $405.4M | 34.9K t |
Top narrow cotton fabric exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 37% of world exports, followed by France and Germany. The top three supply 56% between them, out of 111 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $57.5M | 37% |
| France | $14.6M | 9.4% |
| Germany | $14.1M | 9.1% |
| Italy | $7.9M | 5.1% |
| Vietnam | $6.9M | 4.5% |
| Hong Kong | $6.8M | 4.4% |
| United States | $6.6M | 4.3% |
| Thailand | $3.8M | 2.4% |
| Belgium | $3.4M | 2.2% |
| Taiwan | $3.3M | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $2.9M | 1.9% |
| Spain | $2.7M | 1.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Cambodia is the biggest buyer with 9% of world imports, ahead of Vietnam and the United States. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 24% across 194 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cambodia | $13.8M | 8.9% |
| Vietnam | $11.6M | 7.5% |
| United States | $11.6M | 7.5% |
| France | $6.7M | 4.3% |
| Mexico | $6.5M | 4.2% |
| Spain | $5.7M | 3.7% |
| Hong Kong | $4.8M | 3.1% |
| Poland | $4.2M | 2.7% |
| Singapore | $3.9M | 2.5% |
| Italy | $3.7M | 2.4% |
| China | $3.3M | 2.2% |
| Morocco | $3.0M | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $12.60 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $38.54 per kg and China $9.32 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 5806.31: Fabrics: narrow woven fabrics, n.e.c. in heading no. 5806, of cotton (excluding goods of heading no. 5807). HS 5806 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most narrow cotton fabric?
China exported $57.5 million in 2024, 37% of the world total, followed by France (9%) and Germany (9%). In all, 111 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most narrow cotton fabric?
Cambodia imported $13.8 million in 2024, 9% of world imports, ahead of Vietnam (8%) and the United States (7%). The top three importers together take 24%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in narrow cotton fabric?
It was worth $155.1 million in 2024, about 12.3 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 62% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $541.5 million. 111 countries reported exports and 194 reported imports.
What is the average price of narrow cotton fabric per kg?
The world average declared value was about $12.60 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $38.54 per kg and China $9.32 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 narrow cotton fabric?
The HS code for narrow cotton fabric is subheading 5806.31, 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 5806 page.
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