Cotton bed linen exports from Tunisia: data, top buyers and prices
Tunisia exported $7.1 million of cotton bed linen in 2024 (480 tonnes). That is 22% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $12.5 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 | $7.1M | 481 t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 357 t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 440 t |
| 2021 | $8.8M | 517 t |
| 2020 | $5.6M | 485 t |
| 2019 | $6.6M | 479 t |
| 2018 | $12.5M | 887 t |
| 2017 | $12.3M | 857 t |
Where Tunisia exports cotton bed linen to
One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 93% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+207% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $6.6M | 93% |
| Belgium | $440K | 6.2% |
| United Kingdom | $30K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $13K | 0.2% |
| United States | $11K | 0.2% |
| Australia | $9K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $8K | 0.1% |
| Morocco | $2K | 0% |
| New Zealand | $1K | 0% |
| Taiwan | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.82 per kg, 57% above the world average of $9.41. 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.
Cotton bed linen imports to Tunisia
Tunisia imported $857 thousand of cotton bed linen in 2024 (67 tonnes). France alone supplied 58% of it. Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+778% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind Tunisia cotton bed linen exports (HS 6302.31): 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 6302.31: Bed linen: of cotton (not printed, knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of cotton bed linen exported by Tunisia?
Tunisia exported cotton bed linen worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 480 tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 159 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries buy cotton bed linen from Tunisia?
France was the largest buyer with 93% of the value ($6.6 million), followed by Belgium (6%) and the United Kingdom (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 17 buyer countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 839% on the year.
What is the average export price of cotton bed linen per kg?
The average declared export value was about $14.82 per kg in 2024, 57% above the world average of $9.41 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of cotton bed linen from Tunisia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $12.3 million in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, a fall of 42%. The peak was 2018 at $12.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.1 million a year.
Does Tunisia also import cotton bed linen?
Yes. Tunisia imported $857 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, Turkey and Pakistan. On balance Tunisia is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton bed linen?
The HS code for cotton bed linen is subheading 6302.31. 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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