Cotton kitchen and toilet linen imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported cotton kitchen and toilet linen worth $2.7 million (519 tonnes). That is 46% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $2.7M | 519 t |
| 2023 | $1.9M | 338 t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 534 t |
| 2021 | $2.5M | 382 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 264 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 318 t |
| 2018 | $1.8M | 307 t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 296 t |
Where South Africa imports cotton kitchen and toilet linen from
The largest suppliers were India (44%), China (35%), Pakistan (15%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.2M | 44% |
| China | $953K | 35% |
| Pakistan | $415K | 15% |
| Turkey | $95K | 3.5% |
| Bangladesh | $18K | 0.7% |
| Portugal | $11K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $10K | 0.4% |
| United States | $5K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $3K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.22 per kg, 27% 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 South Africa
South Africa exported $581 thousand of cotton kitchen and toilet linen in 2024 (74 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Botswana (25%), Namibia (17%), Eswatini (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $147K | 25% |
| Namibia | $100K | 17% |
| Eswatini | $74K | 13% |
| Lesotho | $46K | 8% |
| Zambia | $44K | 7.5% |
| Mozambique | $27K | 4.7% |
| United States | $24K | 4.1% |
| Malawi | $20K | 3.4% |
| Seychelles | $16K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $11K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa 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 South Africa?
South Africa imported cotton kitchen and toilet linen worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 519 tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton kitchen and toilet linen to South Africa?
India was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by China (35%) and Pakistan (15%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 130% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton kitchen and toilet linen per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.22 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $7.12 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton kitchen and toilet linen to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, an increase of 45%. The peak was 2022 at $2.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also export cotton kitchen and toilet linen?
Yes. South Africa exported $581 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Eswatini. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 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.
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