Cotton table linen imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $7.1 million of cotton table linen in 2024 (594 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 8% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $7.1M | 594 t |
| 2023 | $7.7M | 606 t |
| 2022 | $4.7M | 440 t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 474 t |
| 2020 | $2.7M | 393 t |
| 2019 | $5.1M | 520 t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 302 t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 202 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports cotton table linen from
The largest suppliers were China (40%), Malaysia (21%), India (10%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+180% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.8M | 40% |
| Malaysia | $1.5M | 21% |
| India | $738K | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $710K | 10% |
| Spain | $302K | 4.3% |
| Italy | $244K | 3.5% |
| Germany | $204K | 2.9% |
| France | $150K | 2.1% |
| Egypt | $88K | 1.3% |
| Pakistan | $54K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.91 per kg, close to the world average of $10.56.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cotton table linen exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of cotton table linen by the United Arab Emirates reached $278 thousand in 2024 (66 tonnes). Most of it went to Italy (20%), Seychelles (19%), Senegal (14%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+397% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $56K | 20% |
| Seychelles | $54K | 19% |
| Senegal | $40K | 14% |
| United Kingdom | $35K | 13% |
| Kuwait | $16K | 5.8% |
| Georgia | $13K | 4.8% |
| United States | $13K | 4.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $12K | 4.2% |
| Mauritius | $7K | 2.4% |
| France | $6K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates 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 the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported cotton table linen worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 594 tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 207 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton table linen to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by Malaysia (21%) and India (10%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 180% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton table linen per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.91 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $10.56 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 table linen to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, an increase of 140%. The peak was 2023 at $7.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export cotton table linen?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $278 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, the Seychelles and Senegal. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $6.8 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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