Woven cotton fabrics market in Estonia

Earlier Report Observations

The woven cotton fabrics market in Estonia expanded from 19 367 тыс. м² in 2018 to 20 107 тыс. м² in 2019, supported by the country's growing textile industry and active manufacturers like Toom Tekstiil Ltd and Qualitex Limited. However, in 2020, market volume slightly declined to 19 875 тыс. м² as global supply chain disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic affected textile trade.

Market volume fell sharply to 17 049 тыс. м² in 2021 and continued downward to 15 670 тыс. м² in 2022. During this period, the European Union's Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles and stricter energy labeling requirements began shaping market conditions, emphasizing durability and recyclability. Consumer interest in sustainable and organic cotton fabrics also grew, influencing product preferences. By 2023, volume dropped further to 12 164 тыс. м².

In 2024, the market showed a recovery in physical terms, rising 16% to 14 153 тыс. м², although its monetary value kept declining. Import prices for woven cotton fabrics were influenced by global supply factors and trade with key partners like Germany and China. Looking ahead, Estonia's preparation for a fur farming ban in 2026 reflects broader shifts toward ethical practices, while EU sustainability regulations remain a central influence on the market.

Production woven cotton fabrics in Estonia

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In 2021, Estonia's output of woven cotton fabrics was valued at 7 176 K $ US, marking a 20.6% decrease from the previous year. From 2018 to 2021, production fell by 26%, which translates to an annualized decline of 9.6%. The only increase during this period occurred in 2020, with a modest rise of 3.5%.

Annual dynamics of production in Estonia in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, K m²

Following two years of growth, woven cotton fabrics production in Estonia experienced a decline. In 2021, the country produced 7 771 K m², representing a 23.7% drop compared to 2020. Over the 2018-2021 period, production decreased by 19.7%, with a compound annual growth rate of -7.1%. The peak was reached in 2020 at 10 185 K m², while the largest increase was recorded in 2019 at 3.7%.

Annual dynamics of production in Estonia in kind, 2018-2021, K m²

Exports woven cotton fabrics from Estonia

Exports in kind, K m²

After two consecutive years of decline, Estonia's exports of woven cotton fabrics saw an uptick. In 2021, exports totaled 1 228 K m², a slight increase of 0.6% from the previous year. However, from 2018 to 2021, exports fell by 39.3%, with a compound annual decline of 15.3%. The lowest point was in 2020 at 1 220 K m², and the sharpest drop occurred in 2019, with a 30.7% decrease.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Estonia in kind, 2018-2021, K m²

Between 2018 and 2021, Estonia's exports of woven cotton fabrics in kind were highly diversified. Latvia accounted for 17.2% of exports, Sweden for 14.7%, and Finland for 13.7%, together making up 45.6% of total flows. The remaining 54.4% was distributed among numerous smaller markets, reflecting a broad export base.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Estonia in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

Following a two-year decline, Estonia's exports of woven cotton fabrics in value terms rebounded. In 2021, exports reached 3 520 K $ US, up 7.9% from the previous year. Over the 2018-2021 period, exports decreased by 26.4%, with a compound annual decline of 9.7%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 3 262 K $ US, which also saw the largest drop of 23.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Estonia in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Finland, Ukraine, and Latvia were the top buyers of woven cotton fabrics from Estonia in value terms. Finland led with 23.2% of exports, followed by Ukraine at 18.5%, and Latvia at 13.2%. Together, these three countries accounted for 54.9% of total export value.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Estonia in value, 2018-2021

Imports woven cotton fabrics to Estonia

Imports in kind, K m²

Estonia's imports of woven cotton fabrics in kind declined for the third year in a row. In 2021, imports stood at 10 506 K m², a 3.7% decrease year-over-year. Over the 2018-2021 period, imports fell by 10.3%, with a compound annual decline of 3.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Estonia in kind, 2018-2021, K m²

Between 2018 and 2021, Pakistan, China, and France were the main sources for Estonia's imports of woven cotton fabrics in kind. Pakistan contributed 27.0% of imports, China 21.1%, and France 8.4%, together making up 56.5% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Estonia in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

After two years of decrease, Estonia's imports of woven cotton fabrics in value terms increased. In 2021, imports amounted to 20 292 K $ US, a solid 11.3% rise compared to 2020. However, from 2018 to 2021, imports overall decreased by 16.7%, with a compound annual decline of 5.9%. The lowest value was in 2020 at 18 225 K $ US, which also experienced the largest drop of 16.7%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Estonia in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Estonia's imports of woven cotton fabrics in value terms were spread across a wide range of markets. China accounted for 13.8% of imports, Pakistan for 11.9%, and Italy for 8.7%, together representing 34.4% of total flows, indicating a diverse import structure.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Estonia in value, 2018-2021