Cotton table linen imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Qatar imported cotton table linen worth $2.6 million (151 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 100% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $2.6M | 151 t |
| 2023 | $1.3M | 113 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 93 t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 75 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 97 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 82 t |
| 2018 | $1.8M | 79 t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 30 t |
Where Qatar imports cotton table linen from
China alone supplied 56% of it. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+436% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.5M | 56% |
| Spain | $414K | 16% |
| India | $309K | 12% |
| Italy | $255K | 9.7% |
| United Kingdom | $61K | 2.3% |
| France | $43K | 1.6% |
| Egypt | $26K | 1% |
| Hong Kong | $25K | 0.9% |
| Pakistan | $8K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $6K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.45 per kg, 65% above the world average of $10.56. 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 Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar cotton table linen imports (HS 6302.51): 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 6302.51: Table linen: of cotton, not knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton table linen imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported cotton table linen worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 151 tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 207 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 100% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton table linen to Qatar?
China was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Spain (16%) and India (12%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 562% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton table linen per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.45 per kg in 2024, 65% above the world average of $10.56 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton table linen to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 163%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton table linen?
The HS code for cotton table linen is subheading 6302.51. 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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