HS Code:
Toilet linen and kitchen linen of terry toweling or similar terry fabrics, of cotton (HS Code: 630260) includes products such as bath towels, hand towels, washcloths, and kitchen towels made from cotton terry fabric. These items are widely used for personal hygiene and household cleaning purposes. This category is a significant segment of the global textile market, driven by demand from households, hospitality industries, and institutional buyers. The production is often concentrated in countries with strong textile manufacturing capabilities, while consumption is widespread across both developed and emerging markets.
Total Trade Volume
USD 3.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
8.5%
Highest Rate
15% (applied by certain African and South American countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-India or USMCA)
Rising demand for sustainable and organic cotton products
Increased production costs but higher consumer willingness to pay premiums for eco-friendly products
2021-2022
Growth in e-commerce sales channels
Expanded market reach for exporters, especially small and medium enterprises in developing countries
2020-2022
Shift towards premium and branded terry products
Higher profit margins for manufacturers focusing on quality and design innovation
2019-2022
The European Union introduced new regulations requiring cotton terry products to meet specific environmental and labor standards, impacting exporters from developing countries.
March 2023
Increased compliance costs for exporters but potential for market differentiation through certification.
A new phase of the US-China trade agreement reduced tariffs on certain textile categories, including cotton terry toweling products, boosting Chinese exports to the US.
January 2023
Strengthened China's position as the leading exporter to the US market.
The Indian government extended its export incentive scheme for textiles, providing rebates on state and central taxes for cotton terry product exporters.
September 2022
Enhanced competitiveness of Indian products in global markets, leading to a surge in exports.