Polyester bed linen exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Egypt exported $6.9 million of polyester bed linen in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). That is 31% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $11.2 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 | $6.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $10.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $11.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $10.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $8.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $11.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $9.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $9.8M | 1.4K t |
Where Egypt exports polyester bed linen to
One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Morocco grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $4.0M | 58% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 22% |
| Morocco | $711K | 10% |
| Saudi Arabia | $342K | 5% |
| United States | $229K | 3.3% |
| Chile | $37K | 0.5% |
| Guinea | $16K | 0.2% |
| Libya | $16K | 0.2% |
| Finland | $14K | 0.2% |
| Uruguay | $2K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.18 per kg, 20% below the world average of $6.49, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyester bed linen imports to Egypt
In 2024, Egypt imported polyester bed linen worth $336 thousand (47 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 69% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $234K | 69% |
| China | $95K | 28% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.8% |
| Denmark | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt polyester bed linen exports (HS 6302.32): 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 6302.32: Bed linen: of man-made fibres (not printed, knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of polyester bed linen exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported polyester bed linen worth $6.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 141 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 31% on 2023.
Which countries buy polyester bed linen from Egypt?
France was the largest buyer with 58% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Germany (22%) and Morocco (10%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 19 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of polyester bed linen per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.18 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $6.49 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of polyester bed linen from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $9.8 million in 2017 to $6.9 million in 2024, a fall of 30%. The peak was 2022 at $11.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.7 million a year.
Does Egypt also import polyester bed linen?
Yes. Egypt imported $336 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey, China and the United Kingdom. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyester bed linen?
The HS code for polyester bed linen is subheading 6302.32. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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