Cotton bed linen exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Egypt exported $5.8 million of cotton bed linen in 2024 (600 tonnes). Value fell 21% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 22% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $35.2 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.8M | 601 t |
| 2023 | $7.3M | 756 t |
| 2022 | $13.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $18.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $16.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $20.7M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $35.2M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $34.3M | 4.6K t |
Where Egypt exports cotton bed linen to
The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (27%), Italy (20%), Spain (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $1.6M | 27% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 20% |
| Spain | $599K | 10% |
| United States | $485K | 8.4% |
| Netherlands | $373K | 6.5% |
| France | $285K | 4.9% |
| Germany | $239K | 4.1% |
| Denmark | $189K | 3.3% |
| Iraq | $157K | 2.7% |
| Kenya | $135K | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.61 per kg, close to the world average of $9.41.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cotton bed linen imports to Egypt
In 2024, Egypt imported cotton bed linen worth $407 thousand (65 tonnes). Most of the value came from Italy (32%), China (24%), Spain (14%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+252% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $132K | 33% |
| China | $97K | 24% |
| Spain | $55K | 14% |
| Pakistan | $32K | 7.7% |
| South Korea | $31K | 7.7% |
| United Kingdom | $28K | 6.9% |
| Portugal | $14K | 3.5% |
| Turkey | $8K | 2% |
| Germany | $4K | 0.9% |
| India | $3K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt cotton bed linen exports (HS 6302.31): 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 6302.31: Bed linen: of cotton (not printed, knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of cotton bed linen exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported cotton bed linen worth $5.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 600 tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 159 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries buy cotton bed linen from Egypt?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 27% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Italy (20%) and Spain (10%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 50 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 82% on the year.
What is the average export price of cotton bed linen per kg?
The average declared export value was about $9.61 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $9.41 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of cotton bed linen from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $34.3 million in 2017 to $5.8 million in 2024, a fall of 83%. The peak was 2018 at $35.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.9 million a year.
Does Egypt also import cotton bed linen?
Yes. Egypt imported $407 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, China and Spain. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton bed linen?
The HS code for cotton bed linen is subheading 6302.31. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6302 page.
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