Knitted table linen imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of knitted table linen by the United States reached $12.6 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 186 countries for imports of this product. That is 4% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $24.5 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 | $12.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $12.1M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $14.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $8.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $7.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $21.5M | 3.9K t |
| 2018 | $7.2M | 551 t |
| 2017 | $24.5M | 3.7K t |
Where the United States imports knitted table linen from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 59% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.5M | 59% |
| India | $1.9M | 15% |
| Pakistan | $1.5M | 12% |
| Germany | $776K | 6.2% |
| Italy | $298K | 2.4% |
| Sweden | $293K | 2.3% |
| France | $41K | 0.3% |
| Canada | $38K | 0.3% |
| Portugal | $38K | 0.3% |
| Philippines | $30K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.72 per kg, close to the world average of $8.52.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Knitted table linen exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported knitted table linen worth $758 thousand (58 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Canada (12%), Bahamas (8%), Panama (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 27%. Among the main buyer markets, Antigua and Barbuda grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $93K | 12% |
| Bahamas | $62K | 8.2% |
| Panama | $46K | 6.1% |
| Costa Rica | $45K | 6% |
| Netherlands | $40K | 5.3% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $37K | 4.9% |
| Antigua and Barbuda | $36K | 4.8% |
| Mexico | $34K | 4.5% |
| Cayman Isds | $33K | 4.4% |
| Greece | $27K | 3.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States knitted table linen imports (HS 6302.40): 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 6302.40: Table linen: knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of knitted table linen imported by the United States?
The United States imported knitted table linen worth $12.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 186 countries worldwide, with 21% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply knitted table linen to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($7.5 million), followed by India (15%) and Pakistan (12%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 101% on the year.
What is the average import price of knitted table linen per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.72 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $8.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of knitted table linen to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.5 million in 2017 to $12.6 million in 2024, a fall of 49%. The peak was 2017 at $24.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export knitted table linen?
Yes. The United States exported $758 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the Bahamas and Panama. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $11.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for knitted table linen?
The HS code for knitted table linen is subheading 6302.40. 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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