Printed bed linen (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of printed bed linen (other) by the United Kingdom reached $2.3 million in 2024 (209 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. That is 5% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $14.5 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 | $2.3M | 209 t |
| 2023 | $2.2M | 61 t |
| 2022 | $3.4M | 102 t |
| 2021 | $14.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 213 t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 227 t |
| 2018 | $6.3M | 214 t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 440 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports printed bed linen (other) from
Most of the value came from Pakistan (30%), Portugal (20%), Sri Lanka (11%). Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $687K | 30% |
| Portugal | $465K | 20% |
| Sri Lanka | $250K | 11% |
| France | $187K | 8.1% |
| Italy | $164K | 7.2% |
| China | $116K | 5.1% |
| Spain | $84K | 3.6% |
| Turkey | $60K | 2.6% |
| India | $44K | 1.9% |
| Cambodia | $41K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.94 per kg, 77% above the world average of $6.17. 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.
Printed bed linen (other) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported printed bed linen (other) worth $448 thousand (16 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Zimbabwe (42%), United States (12%), Poland (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $188K | 42% |
| United States | $54K | 12% |
| Poland | $53K | 12% |
| Pakistan | $24K | 5.3% |
| Ireland | $16K | 3.6% |
| Switzerland | $14K | 3% |
| Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | $11K | 2.5% |
| Israel | $8K | 1.8% |
| France | $7K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $7K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom printed bed linen (other) imports (HS 6302.29): 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 6302.29: Bed linen: of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), printed, not knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of printed bed linen (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported printed bed linen (other) worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 209 tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 197 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed bed linen (other) to the United Kingdom?
Pakistan was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($687 thousand), followed by Portugal (20%) and Sri Lanka (11%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 215% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed bed linen (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.94 per kg in 2024, 77% above the world average of $6.17 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of printed bed linen (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, a fall of 48%. The peak was 2021 at $14.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export printed bed linen (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $448 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, the United States and Poland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed bed linen (other)?
The HS code for printed bed linen (other) is subheading 6302.29. 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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