Cotton curtains imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cotton curtains by the United Kingdom reached $14.1 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 206 countries for imports of this product. That is 13% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $26.0 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 | $14.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $16.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $19.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $22.3M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $17.2M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $19.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $26.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $24.3M | 3.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports cotton curtains from
Most of the value came from Pakistan (49%), India (10%), Turkey (10%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $6.9M | 49% |
| India | $1.5M | 10% |
| Turkey | $1.3M | 9.5% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 9.4% |
| China | $1.1M | 7.6% |
| Bangladesh | $897K | 6.4% |
| Portugal | $277K | 2% |
| Ireland | $256K | 1.8% |
| Italy | $148K | 1.1% |
| France | $89K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.92 per kg, close to the world average of $7.53.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cotton curtains exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of cotton curtains by the United Kingdom reached $4.6 million in 2024 (158 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Ireland (44%), United States (13%), Qatar (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+123% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $2.0M | 44% |
| United States | $582K | 13% |
| Qatar | $359K | 7.9% |
| Pakistan | $230K | 5% |
| Iceland | $214K | 4.7% |
| Germany | $199K | 4.4% |
| Switzerland | $123K | 2.7% |
| Norway | $123K | 2.7% |
| France | $77K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $63K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom cotton curtains imports (HS 6303.91): 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 6303.91: Curtains (including drapes) and interior blinds, curtain or bed valances: of cotton, not knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton curtains imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported cotton curtains worth $14.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 206 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton curtains to the United Kingdom?
Pakistan was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($6.9 million), followed by India (10%) and Turkey (10%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 242% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton curtains per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.92 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $7.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton curtains to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.3 million in 2017 to $14.1 million in 2024, a fall of 42%. The peak was 2018 at $26.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export cotton curtains?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the United States and Qatar. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $9.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton curtains?
The HS code for cotton curtains is subheading 6303.91. 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 6303 page.
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