Printed cotton bed linen exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of printed cotton bed linen by Egypt reached $4.4 million in 2024 (590 tonnes). Value fell 26% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $11.3 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 | $4.4M | 590 t |
| 2023 | $5.9M | 840 t |
| 2022 | $6.8M | 992 t |
| 2021 | $6.7M | 895 t |
| 2020 | $5.4M | 953 t |
| 2019 | $9.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $11.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $7.7M | 1.2K t |
Where Egypt exports printed cotton bed linen to
The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (46%), Libya (30%), Saudi Arabia (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest (+83% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $2.0M | 46% |
| Libya | $1.3M | 31% |
| Saudi Arabia | $341K | 7.8% |
| Algeria | $159K | 3.7% |
| Italy | $109K | 2.5% |
| Ireland | $86K | 2% |
| United States | $60K | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $55K | 1.3% |
| Qatar | $50K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $44K | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.38 per kg, close to the world average of $9.08.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Printed cotton bed linen imports to Egypt
Egypt imported $228 thousand of printed cotton bed linen in 2024 (23 tonnes). Most of the value came from Turkey (41%), Italy (35%), Spain (13%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $94K | 41% |
| Italy | $81K | 35% |
| Spain | $29K | 13% |
| Portugal | $14K | 6% |
| China | $4K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 1.7% |
| Pakistan | $2K | 0.7% |
| Kuwait | $1K | 0.4% |
| Bangladesh | $1K | 0.3% |
| India | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt printed cotton bed linen exports (HS 6302.21): 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 6302.21: Bed linen: of cotton, printed, not knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of printed cotton bed linen exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported printed cotton bed linen worth $4.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 590 tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 156 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries buy printed cotton bed linen from Egypt?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Libya (30%) and Saudi Arabia (8%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 36 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 335% on the year.
What is the average export price of printed cotton bed linen per kg?
The average declared export value was about $7.38 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $9.08 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of printed cotton bed linen from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.7 million in 2017 to $4.4 million in 2024, a fall of 44%. The peak was 2018 at $11.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.2 million a year.
Does Egypt also import printed cotton bed linen?
Yes. Egypt imported $228 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey, Italy and Spain. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed cotton bed linen?
The HS code for printed cotton bed linen is subheading 6302.21. 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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