Linen fabric imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ethiopia imported linen fabric worth $5.6 million (215 tonnes). That is 887% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 107% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.6M | 215 t |
| 2023 | $572K | 24 t |
| 2022 | $737K | 42 t |
| 2021 | $843K | 50 t |
| 2020 | $166K | 12 t |
| 2019 | $144K | 16 t |
| 2018 | $32K | 4 t |
| 2017 | $35K | 6 t |
Where Ethiopia imports linen fabric from
China alone supplied 98% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+866% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.5M | 98% |
| India | $120K | 2.1% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 5309
| 5309.29 | Dyed linen blend fabric | 52% |
| 5309.19 | Dyed linen fabric | 40% |
| 5309.11 | Pure linen fabric (natural) | 8.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5309.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $26.26 per kg, 27% above the world average of $20.60. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia linen fabric imports (HS 5309): 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 5309: Woven fabrics of flax.
Common questions
What is the value of linen fabric imported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported linen fabric worth $5.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 215 tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 187 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 887% on 2023.
Which countries supply linen fabric to Ethiopia?
China was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($5.5 million), followed by India (2%) and Turkey (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 866% on the year.
What is the average import price of linen fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $26.26 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $20.60 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of linen fabric to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $35 thousand in 2017 to $5.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for linen fabric?
The HS code for linen fabric is heading 5309. In Ethiopia the largest six-digit codes were 5309.29 (52% of the value) and 5309.19 (40%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Ethiopia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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