What this market covers
Plain woven fabrics of mostly cotton, in mid weights, unbleached.
Typical segments
- Muslin
- Calico
- Poplin greige
- Sheeting greige
Why this market is moving now
- World trade shrank 17% from 2019 to 2024, a direct read on cross-border demand.
- Uzbekistan is gaining ground: its exports rose 47% from 2019 to 2024, the fastest among the ten largest exporters.
Key figures
Global figures for this market, with the year each one describes. Use Cite to copy a reference to this page.
| Figure | Value | Year | Cite |
|---|---|---|---|
| World exports of mid-weight plain unbleached cotton fabric (HS 520812) were worth $656.1 million in 2024. | 656.1 USD million | 2024 | |
| World exports were 17% lower in 2024 than in 2019 ($790.6 million), calculated from the annual totals. | -17 % since 2019 | 2024 | |
| China was the largest exporter in 2024, with 27% of world exports ($179.9 million). | 27 % of world exports | 2024 | |
| The three largest exporters, China, Pakistan and India, shipped 67% of world exports in 2024. | 67 % of world exports | 2024 | |
| South Korea was the largest importer in 2024, buying $63.6 million, or 10% of world imports. | 10 % of world imports | 2024 | |
| 28 countries exported more than $1 million of this product in 2024. | 28 countries | 2024 | |
| The average world export price was about $4.23 per kilogram in 2024, calculated from value and weight. | 4.23 USD per kg | 2024 | |
| Countries exported 155.2 thousand tonnes of this product in 2024. | 155.2 thousand tonnes | 2024 | |
| Among the ten largest exporters, Uzbekistan grew fastest, with exports up 47% from 2019 to 2024. | +47 % since 2019 | 2024 |
Calculated figures (shares, changes and prices per kilogram) are plain arithmetic on the reported values. Read how we work.
Buyers and suppliers
Who buys
- Fabric processors
- Garment makers
- Fabric wholesalers
Largest exporting countries, 2024
Largest importing countries, 2024
What the full report covers
- 01Executive summary
The answer in one page: size, direction and what moves it - 02Market definition and scope
What is in and out of the global market - 03Global market size, 2021 to 2025
Historical series and growth rates - 04Countries and regions
Demand, supply and trade by country and region - 05Outlook to 2031
Base, low and high scenarios with stated assumptions - 06Rules, policy and deadlines
Regulation and programmes that change demand - 07Drivers and barriers
What accelerates or slows adoption, by customer segment - 08Prices, costs and margins
Unit economics where public data allows - 09Competitive landscape
8 to 12 company profiles with recent moves - 10Opportunities and risks
For new entrants, suppliers and investors - 11Method and assumptions
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Frequently asked questions
How big is the global mid-weight plain unbleached cotton fabric market?
There is no single official market total. World exports of HS 520812 reached $656.1 million in 2024, a direct measure of cross-border trade.
Which countries export the most mid-weight plain unbleached cotton fabric?
China led world exports in 2024 with 27% of the total, followed by Pakistan, India and Uzbekistan.
Which countries import the most mid-weight plain unbleached cotton fabric?
South Korea was the largest importer in 2024, followed by Russia, Italy and Vietnam.
Is world trade in mid-weight plain unbleached cotton fabric growing?
World exports were 17% lower in 2024 than in 2019.
What is the average export price of mid-weight plain unbleached cotton fabric?
Dividing world export value by weight gives about $4.23 per kilogram in 2024.
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