Printed polyester bed linen imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $107.3 million of printed polyester bed linen in 2024 (19.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 210 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $149.9 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 | $107.3M | 19.7K t |
| 2023 | $104.2M | 17.5K t |
| 2022 | $120.7M | 15.9K t |
| 2021 | $130.1M | 19.6K t |
| 2020 | $113.8M | 19.0K t |
| 2019 | $122.7M | 20.3K t |
| 2018 | $130.3M | 19.2K t |
| 2017 | $149.9M | 21.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports printed polyester bed linen from
One supplier dominates: Pakistan accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $72.5M | 68% |
| China | $28.3M | 26% |
| Bangladesh | $3.2M | 3% |
| India | $1.5M | 1.4% |
| Ireland | $639K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $550K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $254K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $132K | 0.1% |
| United States | $128K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $30K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.45 per kg, close to the world average of $5.69.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Printed polyester bed linen exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported printed polyester bed linen worth $4.0 million (316 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (43%), Pakistan (11%), South Korea (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Czech Republic grew fastest (+149% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $1.7M | 43% |
| Pakistan | $425K | 11% |
| South Korea | $307K | 7.6% |
| China | $267K | 6.6% |
| Netherlands | $255K | 6.3% |
| Czech Republic | $200K | 5% |
| France | $150K | 3.7% |
| Spain | $112K | 2.8% |
| Germany | $108K | 2.7% |
| Serbia | $85K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom printed polyester bed linen imports (HS 6302.22): 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 6302.22: Bed linen: of man-made fibres, printed, not knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of printed polyester bed linen imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported printed polyester bed linen worth $107.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 210 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed polyester bed linen to the United Kingdom?
Pakistan was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($72.5 million), followed by China (26%) and Bangladesh (3%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 266% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed polyester bed linen per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.45 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $5.69 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 polyester bed linen to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $149.9 million in 2017 to $107.3 million in 2024, a fall of 28%. The peak was 2017 at $149.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $122.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export printed polyester bed linen?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Pakistan and South Korea. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $103.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed polyester bed linen?
The HS code for printed polyester bed linen is subheading 6302.22. 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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