Printed heavy plain cotton fabric trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in printed heavy plain cotton fabric was worth $52.8 million in 2024, about 5.6 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 48% since 2017, and down 5% 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 | $52.8M | 5.6K t |
| 2023 | $55.6M | 5.0K t |
| 2022 | $58.9M | 6.6K t |
| 2021 | $72.3M | 8.7K t |
| 2020 | $62.2M | 7.0K t |
| 2019 | $80.6M | 8.9K t |
| 2018 | $81.9M | 8.4K t |
| 2017 | $100.7M | 10.3K t |
Top printed heavy plain cotton fabric exporting countries
Exports are led by China (26%), Pakistan (9%) and Spain (9%). 83 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 44%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $13.8M | 26% |
| Pakistan | $4.9M | 9.2% |
| Spain | $4.7M | 9% |
| United Kingdom | $3.9M | 7.4% |
| India | $3.8M | 7.1% |
| Turkey | $3.7M | 7% |
| Thailand | $3.2M | 6.1% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 5% |
| Italy | $2.5M | 4.8% |
| France | $2.2M | 4.2% |
| Bangladesh | $961K | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $859K | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Vietnam (14%), the United States (13%) and the United Kingdom (7%). 136 countries imported it, and the top three take 34% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $7.2M | 14% |
| United States | $7.0M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $3.8M | 7.3% |
| Myanmar | $2.9M | 5.5% |
| Netherlands | $2.3M | 4.4% |
| Morocco | $2.0M | 3.9% |
| Bangladesh | $2.0M | 3.8% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 3.7% |
| France | $1.9M | 3.7% |
| Indonesia | $1.7M | 3.2% |
| Sri Lanka | $1.1M | 2% |
| Italy | $971K | 1.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $9.48 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $28.27 per kg and China $6.90 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.
Related product types
- Unbleached heavy plain cotton fabric
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- Bleached heavy twill cotton fabric
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- Dyed heavy plain cotton fabric
- Dyed heavy twill cotton fabric
- Dyed heavy woven cotton fabric (other weaves)
- Denim
- Multi-colour heavy twill cotton fabric
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The shipment records behind Printed heavy plain cotton fabric (HS 5209.51) importers and exporters, worldwide: companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 5209.51: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, printed, plain weave, weighing more than 200g/m2. HS 5209 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most printed heavy plain cotton fabric?
China exported $13.8 million in 2024, 26% of the world total, followed by Pakistan (9%) and Spain (9%). In all, 83 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most printed heavy plain cotton fabric?
Vietnam imported $7.2 million in 2024, 14% of world imports, ahead of the United States (13%) and the United Kingdom (7%). The top three importers together take 34%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in printed heavy plain cotton fabric?
It was worth $52.8 million in 2024, about 5.6 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 48% since 2017. The peak year was 2017 at $100.7 million. 83 countries reported exports and 136 reported imports.
What is the average price of printed heavy plain cotton fabric per kg?
The world average declared value was about $9.48 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $28.27 per kg and China $6.90 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for printed heavy plain cotton fabric?
The HS code for printed heavy plain cotton fabric is subheading 5209.51, in chapter 52 (cotton). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 5209 page.
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