Cotton kitchen and toilet linen imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported cotton kitchen and toilet linen worth $25.3 million (4.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 211 countries. That is 26% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 54% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $34.4 million.
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 | $25.3M | 4.6K t |
| 2023 | $34.4M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $28.5M | 5.4K t |
| 2021 | $23.3M | 7.0K t |
| 2020 | $4.4M | 828 t |
| 2019 | $7.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $7.2M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 129 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports cotton kitchen and toilet linen from
The largest suppliers were China (35%), India (24%), Egypt (23%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+126% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.45 per kg, 23% below the world average of $7.12, 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.
Cotton kitchen and toilet linen exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $740 thousand of cotton kitchen and toilet linen in 2024 (140 tonnes). Most of it went to United Kingdom (27%), Qatar (22%), United Arab Emirates (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $202K | 27% |
| Qatar | $163K | 22% |
| United Arab Emirates | $142K | 19% |
| Yemen | $89K | 12% |
| Kuwait | $62K | 8.4% |
| Malaysia | $22K | 3% |
| Egypt | $13K | 1.7% |
| Oman | $9K | 1.3% |
| Australia | $8K | 1.1% |
| Bahrain | $7K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia cotton kitchen and toilet linen imports (HS 6302.91): 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 6302.91: Toilet and kitchen linen: of cotton, excluding terry towelling or similar terry fabrics.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton kitchen and toilet linen imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported cotton kitchen and toilet linen worth $25.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 211 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton kitchen and toilet linen to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($8.9 million), followed by India (24%) and Egypt (23%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 126% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton kitchen and toilet linen per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.45 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $7.12 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton kitchen and toilet linen to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $25.3 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $34.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.5 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export cotton kitchen and toilet linen?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $740 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $24.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton kitchen and toilet linen?
The HS code for cotton kitchen and toilet linen is subheading 6302.91. 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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