Kitchen linen (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $25.3 million of kitchen linen (other) in 2024 (4.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 212 countries. Value rose 49% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $60.7 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 | $25.3M | 4.2K t |
| 2023 | $17.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $15.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $13.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $60.7M | 14.9K t |
| 2019 | $12.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $13.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $10.8M | 841 t |
Where the United States imports kitchen linen (other) from
Most of the value came from Dominican Republic (42%), China (33%), India (9%). Among the main suppliers, Dominican Republic grew fastest (+413% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | $10.5M | 42% |
| China | $8.2M | 33% |
| India | $2.2M | 8.6% |
| Italy | $570K | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $502K | 2% |
| Lithuania | $475K | 1.9% |
| Belgium | $427K | 1.7% |
| Spain | $407K | 1.6% |
| Portugal | $217K | 0.9% |
| France | $185K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.04 per kg, 38% below the world average of $9.74, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Kitchen linen (other) exports from the United States
The United States exported $7.4 million of kitchen linen (other) in 2024 (524 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 162 countries. Most of it went to Paraguay (21%), Philippines (17%), Mexico (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Cameroon grew fastest (+132% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Paraguay | $1.5M | 21% |
| Philippines | $1.3M | 17% |
| Mexico | $694K | 9.4% |
| Singapore | $454K | 6.2% |
| Bahamas | $425K | 5.8% |
| Canada | $378K | 5.1% |
| Bermuda | $305K | 4.1% |
| Panama | $211K | 2.9% |
| Cayman Isds | $120K | 1.6% |
| Cameroon | $112K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States 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 States?
The United States imported kitchen linen (other) worth $25.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 212 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply kitchen linen (other) to the United States?
The Dominican Republic was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($10.5 million), followed by China (33%) and India (9%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 74 supplier countries in total. The Dominican Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 413% on the year.
What is the average import price of kitchen linen (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.04 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $9.74 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of kitchen linen (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.8 million in 2017 to $25.3 million in 2024, an increase of 134%. The peak was 2020 at $60.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export kitchen linen (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $7.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Paraguay, the Philippines and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $18.0 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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