HS Code:
Pillow cases, classified under HS Code 6302, are a subcategory of bed linen and other textile furnishings. This category includes pillow covers made from various materials such as cotton, polyester, silk, and blends, used for both household and commercial purposes. The global trade of pillow cases is influenced by factors such as consumer demand for home decor, hospitality industry needs, and seasonal trends. Production is often concentrated in countries with strong textile industries, while demand is driven by both developed and emerging markets.
Total Trade Volume
USD 1.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 450 million
37.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 200 million
16.7% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 150 million
12.5% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 100 million
8.3% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 80 million
6.7% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
7.5%
Highest Rate
12% (imposed by certain EU countries on non-preferential imports)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like USMCA or EU-India FTA)
Growing demand for sustainable and organic materials
Increased market share for eco-friendly pillow cases made from organic cotton or recycled materials, especially in North America and Europe
2021-2022
Rise in e-commerce sales
Direct-to-consumer brands and online marketplaces have boosted trade volumes, particularly for small and medium exporters
2020-2022
Shift towards premium and designer pillow cases
Higher profit margins for exporters focusing on luxury markets in developed countries
2019-2022
The European Union introduced stricter environmental and labor standards for imported textile products, including pillow cases, to promote sustainability.
June 2023
Exporters from developing countries may face higher compliance costs, potentially affecting trade volumes to the EU.
A revised trade agreement reduced tariffs on certain textile categories, including pillow cases, benefiting Chinese exporters.
March 2023
Increased competitiveness of Chinese pillow cases in the US market, potentially affecting other exporters like India and Pakistan.
Bangladesh announced investments in textile manufacturing infrastructure to boost exports of bed linen, including pillow cases.
January 2023
Likely to increase Bangladesh's share in the global market, intensifying competition for other exporters.