# Global Heavy plain dyed cotton fabric Market 2026

> World exports of heavy plain dyed cotton fabric (HS 520931) reached $305.9 million in 2024, 14% more than in 2019. China was the largest exporter with 57% of the world total, and Vietnam was the largest buyer.

- Publisher: Stratum Market Research
- Page: https://stratummarketresearch.com/reports/heavy-plain-dyed-cotton-fabric-market/
- Sector: Industrial & Trade
- Scope: Global
- Updated: 2026-11-09
- Headline figure: 305.9 USD million (World exports, 2024)

## What this market covers

Plain woven fabrics of mostly cotton, in heavy weights, dyed.

Segments: Dyed canvas, Dyed duck cloth, Dyed sailcloth, Dyed upholstery cloth.

Typical buyers: Workwear makers, Bag makers, Upholstery makers.

## Key figures

| Figure | Value | Year |
|---|---|---|
| World exports of heavy plain dyed cotton fabric (HS 520931) were worth $305.9 million in 2024. | 305.9 USD million | 2024 |
| World exports were 14% higher in 2024 than in 2019 ($267.3 million), calculated from the annual totals. | +14 % since 2019 | 2024 |
| China was the largest exporter in 2024, with 57% of world exports ($175.0 million). | 57 % of world exports | 2024 |
| The three largest exporters, China, India and Pakistan, shipped 69% of world exports in 2024. | 69 % of world exports | 2024 |
| Vietnam was the largest importer in 2024, buying $74.6 million, or 24% of world imports. | 24 % of world imports | 2024 |
| 20 countries exported more than $1 million of this product in 2024. | 20 countries | 2024 |
| The average world export price was about $8.48 per kilogram in 2024, calculated from value and weight. | 8.48 USD per kg | 2024 |
| Countries exported 36.1 thousand tonnes of this product in 2024. | 36.1 thousand tonnes | 2024 |
| Among the ten largest exporters, India grew fastest, with exports up 86% from 2019 to 2024. | +86 % since 2019 | 2024 |

## Why this market is moving now

- World trade grew 14% from 2019 to 2024, a direct read on cross-border demand.
- India is gaining ground: its exports rose 86% from 2019 to 2024, the fastest among the ten largest exporters.

## Largest exporting countries, 2024

| Rank | Country | Value (USD million) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | 175.0 |
| 2 | India | 22.0 |
| 3 | Pakistan | 14.1 |
| 4 | Vietnam | 11.9 |
| 5 | Germany | 11.0 |
| 6 | Hong Kong | 9.3 |
| 7 | South Korea | 8.0 |
| 8 | Italy | 8.0 |
| 9 | United States | 7.1 |
| 10 | Japan | 5.3 |

## Largest importing countries, 2024

| Rank | Country | Value (USD million) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vietnam | 74.6 |
| 2 | Bangladesh | 37.8 |
| 3 | Indonesia | 30.1 |
| 4 | Cambodia | 22.3 |
| 5 | Hong Kong | 9.5 |
| 6 | Sri Lanka | 8.7 |
| 7 | China | 8.3 |
| 8 | United States | 6.8 |
| 9 | Poland | 6.7 |
| 10 | Myanmar | 6.2 |

## World exports of HS 520931, USD million

| Year | Value |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 325.6 |
| 2018 | 309.8 |
| 2019 | 267.3 |
| 2020 | 211.8 |
| 2021 | 279.8 |
| 2022 | 299.3 |
| 2023 | 295.7 |
| 2024 | 305.9 |

## Questions and answers

### How big is the global heavy plain dyed cotton fabric market?

There is no single official market total. World exports of HS 520931 reached $305.9 million in 2024, a direct measure of cross-border trade.

### Which countries export the most heavy plain dyed cotton fabric?

China led world exports in 2024 with 57% of the total, followed by India, Pakistan and Vietnam.

### Which countries import the most heavy plain dyed cotton fabric?

Vietnam was the largest importer in 2024, followed by Bangladesh, Indonesia and Cambodia.

### Is world trade in heavy plain dyed cotton fabric growing?

World exports were 14% higher in 2024 than in 2019.

### What is the average export price of heavy plain dyed cotton fabric?

Dividing world export value by weight gives about $8.48 per kilogram in 2024.

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Stratum Market Research, "Global Heavy plain dyed cotton fabric Market 2026", updated 9 Nov 2026, https://stratummarketresearch.com/reports/heavy-plain-dyed-cotton-fabric-market/