Kitchen linen (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported kitchen linen (other) worth $5.6 million (533 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 212 countries. Value rose 11% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.8 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 | $5.6M | 533 t |
| 2023 | $5.1M | 624 t |
| 2022 | $9.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $6.9M | 476 t |
| 2020 | $5.7M | 535 t |
| 2019 | $5.5M | 631 t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 565 t |
| 2017 | $5.3M | 646 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports kitchen linen (other) from
Most of the value came from China (41%), Pakistan (23%), India (5%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+190% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.3M | 41% |
| Pakistan | $1.3M | 23% |
| India | $309K | 5.5% |
| Italy | $230K | 4.1% |
| France | $217K | 3.9% |
| Turkey | $193K | 3.4% |
| Malaysia | $187K | 3.3% |
| Bangladesh | $125K | 2.2% |
| Lithuania | $98K | 1.7% |
| United States | $84K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.57 per kg, close to the world average of $9.74.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Kitchen linen (other) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported kitchen linen (other) worth $914 thousand (72 tonnes). Most of it went to France (15%), Canada (6%), Germany (5%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 25%. Among the main buyer markets, Oman grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $134K | 15% |
| Canada | $51K | 5.6% |
| Germany | $48K | 5.2% |
| Poland | $46K | 5% |
| United States | $44K | 4.8% |
| Netherlands | $42K | 4.6% |
| Oman | $41K | 4.5% |
| Jordan | $35K | 3.8% |
| Ireland | $31K | 3.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $31K | 3.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom kitchen linen (other) imports (HS 6302.99): 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 6302.99: Toilet and kitchen linen: of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres).
Common questions
What is the value of kitchen linen (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported kitchen linen (other) worth $5.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 533 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 212 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply kitchen linen (other) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Pakistan (23%) and India (5%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 62 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 190% on the year.
What is the average import price of kitchen linen (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.57 per kg in 2024, 9% above the world average of $9.74 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of kitchen linen (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.3 million in 2017 to $5.6 million in 2024, an increase of 7%. The peak was 2022 at $9.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export kitchen linen (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $914 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Canada and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for kitchen linen (other)?
The HS code for kitchen linen (other) is subheading 6302.99. 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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