Printed cotton bed linen imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of printed cotton bed linen by the United Kingdom reached $31.5 million in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 68% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $149.0 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 | $31.5M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $99.4M | 13.2K t |
| 2022 | $107.9M | 12.3K t |
| 2021 | $149.0M | 19.1K t |
| 2020 | $118.3M | 16.1K t |
| 2019 | $130.2M | 16.9K t |
| 2018 | $130.5M | 15.6K t |
| 2017 | $128.6M | 15.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports printed cotton bed linen from
The largest suppliers were Bangladesh (26%), China (21%), Turkey (13%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.70 per kg, close to the world average of $9.08.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Printed cotton bed linen exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported printed cotton bed linen worth $5.2 million (434 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (30%), Pakistan (22%), Netherlands (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $1.6M | 30% |
| Pakistan | $1.2M | 22% |
| Netherlands | $791K | 15% |
| Bulgaria | $242K | 4.7% |
| United States | $203K | 3.9% |
| Germany | $160K | 3.1% |
| South Korea | $148K | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $115K | 2.2% |
| France | $96K | 1.9% |
| Bangladesh | $92K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom printed cotton bed linen imports (HS 6302.21): 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 6302.21: Bed linen: of cotton, printed, not knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of printed cotton bed linen imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported printed cotton bed linen worth $31.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 216 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 68% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed cotton bed linen to the United Kingdom?
Bangladesh was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($8.3 million), followed by China (21%) and Turkey (13%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 48% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed cotton bed linen per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.70 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $9.08 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 cotton bed linen to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $128.6 million in 2017 to $31.5 million in 2024, a fall of 76%. The peak was 2021 at $149.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $111.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export printed cotton bed linen?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $5.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Pakistan and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $26.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed cotton bed linen?
The HS code for printed cotton bed linen is subheading 6302.21. 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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